The Prayer of St Francis was a consolation to me when Coda died almost 3 years ago. (St Francis's wolf died of old age, too.)
It is also a reminder to me that no matter how despairing I may feel about the health of the planet and cruelty toward animals (so-called "domestic and wild), it is my internal peace and the quality of my own heart and thoughts that will bring healing magick into the world. Staying centered in a loving heart best equips me to help and heal. I WILL be able to give more creatures a place to call home. Coda will help guide me, as will St Francis.
- O Divine Master,
- grant that I may not so much seek to be consoled, as to console;
- to be understood, as to understand;
- to be loved, as to love.
- For it is in giving that we receive.
- It is in pardoning that we are pardoned,
- and it is in dying that we are born to Eternal Life.
- Amen.
Beautiful. Thank you for sharing. St. Francis has a special place in my heart as well.
ReplyDeleteI was introduced to the prayer of St Francis just this year. And like yourself, i am concerned for the welfare of the animals on this planet. Thank you reminding me to be centred before i attempt to save the animals? As i can churn myself into pieces wondering if i can ever make a difference? Thank you.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Fae. :)
ReplyDeleteMarlene--just your love does so much. Just that you care and speak up. Thank you. :)
ReplyDeleteSome people may think that this prayer is self-martyring. But I don't think so! I think forgoveness and cultivating love are the greatest gifts we can give OURSELVES. And it prevents burn-out.
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