“Make me an instrument of your peace.”
St Francis of Assisi
The saint who called the animals his brothers and sisters.
The set for today
Bible reading · The life of St Francis
Francis & the sparrows
How to
- Tell how Francis gave up riches for God.
- Ask: how did he treat animals and the poor?
- Say his peace prayer.
For example — He preached to the birds and tamed a wolf — gentleness is strong.
Activity
Bless the creatures
How to
- Care for an animal or plant together.
- Fill a bird feeder or water a garden.
- Say a blessing over pets.
For example — Bring pets (or a photo) to be blessed.
You'll needBird seed or a plant
Prayer
Peace prayer
How to
- Gather close, make the Sign of the Cross.
- Say it slowly together, a line at a time.
- End with the Sign of the Cross.
For example — Lord, make us instruments of your peace. Amen.
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