Robin, Worm, Crow, Vole, and Raccoon - Francis Sings

Francis heard the rustling and twittering behind him, but he ignored the sounds and launched into a booming song:

“May the blessings of God
rest upon you.

May God's Peace abide with You. you
May God's Presence
|Illuminate your Heart.

Now and forevermore!”

As he sang, Francis made eye contact with each critter, bird and reptile. All gave him their rapt attention. Finally, the words stopped and Francis just continued humming the tune. The animals drew instinctively closer until the bravest lay their heads on hi sandle covered feet.

At length, the humming stopped and Francis raised his arms toward the horizon and there was absolute and utter silence. Frances cleared his throat to speak:

(to be continued)