An Extract from the Letter to the Faithful

by St. Francis of Assisi c.1220 A.D.

                 Let every creature

in heaven, on earth,

in the sea and in the depths,

give praise, glory, honour, and blessing

To Him Who suffered so much

Who has given and will give in the future every good,

                  for He is our power and strength

Who alone is good,

Who alone is almighty,

Who alone is omnipotent,

wonderful, glorious

and Who alone is holy

worthy of praise and blessing

through endless ages.

Amen.