Never Will a Brother Enlisted in Arms

Never will a brother enlisted in arms
Abandon a comrade to the enemy who will harm
For when a casualty has been defined
It's predetermined, none will be left behind

Whatever the risk, someone will run low
To reach, assist, and then tenderly tow
For they are loyal to the end of their service
While being true to their training and purpose

Such that when a Saint is pronounced as fallen
We should attend to them personally and often
For we are truly engaged in a long war
And a wayward spirit we cannot ignore

Though it be difficult or dangerous
We of the priesthood have accepted this trust
To represent God for the salvation of others
While we pray for, teach, and assist one another

Such that with hearts drawn out something is shown
And as we meet with our charge it becomes more known
Unto words to say and of specific blessings to strive for
We offer how, through obedience, there's light and much more

Man Down
President Henry B. Eyring
Ensign, May 2009, 63