We are all part of God's garden

This was sent to me by Janet Cassidy in this week's issue of "Cassidy Comments:"


All God’s Creatures
by Janet Cassidy

There’s an old song whose text comes from St. Francis of Assisi in the 13th century—All Creatures of Our God and King. It’s a simple little song with powerful words. It’s an invitation to each of us as God’s creatures to lift up our voice.

Are you like a strong, rushing wind or the “clouds that sail in heav’n along”? Are you the bright sun or the “silver moon with softer gleam”? Doesn’t matter. We are all called to praise God!

St. Therese of Liseux put it this way:

"So it is in the world of souls, the living garden of the Lord. It pleases Him to create great saints, who may be compared with lilies or the rose; but He has also created little ones, who must be content to be daisies or violets nestling at His feet to delight His eyes when He should choose to look at them. The happier they are to be as He wills, the more perfect they are."

Take a few minutes to reflect on the words of St. Therese. Strive to be content with who you are, as created by God. Whether you are a rose or a daisy, know that you add beauty to the garden of life!



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