Canticle of the Creatures
Every Creature Is Loved
As we Catholics believe in the redemption of all things, we can imagine other animals and creatures present in God’s kingdom as well.
When Joy Swims
Like many who follow Francis, I've read “Canticle of the Creatures” over the years, but recently sought it out again for the words “to you alone, Most High, do they belong”.
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Animals Point Us to God
Francis treated animals kindly because they pointed toward God. Do you allow the animal stories about Francis to point you toward God?
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Our Family of Creation
Will we see our pets and other creatures in the next life? Only God can answer a question like this.
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All Creatures Great and Small
Throughout this canticle, we have seen how Francis saw God’s goodness, radiance and beauty in all creatures.
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Living into Death
I have encountered people who don't recognize their physical and emotional pain because they've never had the opportunity to experience it deeply.
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Related and Connected
When I take the time to remember where I am, who is with me, and what is around me, I come to my senses.
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