Canticle of the Sun: Prayer of St Francis of Assisi
Music by Marty Haugen Reflection by Michelle Sherliza OP
Refrain
The heavens are telling the glory of God,
And all creation is shouting for joy!
Come, dance in the forest, come, play in the field,
And sing, sing to the glory of the Lord!
1. Praise for the sun, the bringer of day, he carried the light of the Lord in his rays;
the moon and the stars who light up the way unto your throne.
2. Praise for the wind that blows through the trees, the seas' mighty storms, the gentlest breeze;
they blow where they will, they blow where they please to please the Lord.
3. Praise for the rain that waters our fields, and blesses our crops so all the earth yields;
from death until life her mystery revealed springs forth in joy!
4. Praise for the fire who gives us his light, the warmth of the sun to brighten our night;
he dances with joy, his spirit so bright, he sings of you!