First Movement
When the fearful storms of my life
Suddenly strike, in the dark night
Of unknowing, and the dark night
Of the cross, and the wild wind
Furiously rages, and the giant jaws
Of the hungry waves threaten
To swallow me alive --
Lord, save me!
Second Movement
At these times, I inexplicably
Leave you sleeping quietly
In the stern of the boat,
And I foolishly take command,
As if I were the captain of the vessel,
And I frantically row, and row, and row,
All by myself, in utter futility.
Third Movement
O Lady of Love,
Please awaken Jesus
In the sudden storms of my life,
Like His Apostles did in the boat,
In that unforgettable storm on the sea.
Fourth Movement
Then, I will patiently wait
For Divine Wisdom
To fill my heart and soul,
With the magnificent and dazzling light
Of divine mercy in the dark night!
Amen.