Jon Hartmere, Jr. - Cross (as it relates to The Scarlet Letter) lyrics

[JASON] I know it's late, but I didn't know where else to go [PRIEST] You know you can always come here - begin [JASON] These are my sins, but where to begin? I don't know if I have it in me, in me [PRIEST] Go on [JASON] Still I recall the peace that would fall When I believed you could forgive me Father, I've messed everything up I don't know where to start Yes, I do - God is the root of everything [PRIEST] I'm here to listen, here to understand you Tell me what lies in your heart And in the telling you'll find the peace you're seeking You'll know the way once you start [JASON] Well I've tried to be strong, I've tried to belong But I don't, or I won't, I can't, I can't Such a simple, little word - never spoken, always heard It's not something I can be, it's not ok, not for me Do you know what I'm trying? [PRIEST] Yes [JASON] What do I do? [PRIEST] I know you're frightened, know I understand that But there's only so much I would say I can't live for you, but know that God is with you Through Him you will find a way [JASON] But I can't see your face I'm in such a desperate place What do I do now? Tell me, tell me [PRIEST] Child, confide in me [JASON] I've known long, I always thought this was wrong If they knew my family would die, they would die [PRIEST] Go keep it quiet I will hold your secret You know that it's safe to confide You're just a child, and things may change, I promise You're young with time on your side Focus on your graduation [JASON] It's not ok [PRIEST] Keep your mind on other matters [JASON] Am I ok? [PRIEST] Pray for courage, pray for... [JASON] Why are you distant? Why won't you answer? Why won't you tell me? [PRIEST] You know in your heart that the teaching is clear Faith in the Father has led your soul here Harrow the cross, let the church be your spine Don't question too much and you'll get along fine Whatever you have done, I know God will forgive That it is what He will always forgive Go now the Spirit and live