Both were parade days, different types of food days, and even prayer days. I attended an all-girls high school that was closely linked to the all-boys high school. The Irish-American and Italian-American boys shared the fun and rivalry between them during the two saints' days. The parade of cars and the wearing of the green and red jackets created a festive environment for the day's events. Even though the girls were not present, they heard of the My family still celebrates both Saints' days in March during Lent.
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Last week, my fellow poetry friend, Karen Eastlund, shared with us part of the Celtic Daily Prayer: Prayers and Readings From the Northumbria Community on her Spiritual Journey Thursday blog.
Come swiftly, O Lord, to the dark moments when we are lost. Make us aware of Thy presence. Strengthen us to resist the urges and pulls to deeper darkness.
Souls of prayer are souls of great silence. In the silence of the heart, God speaks.
I decided to blend the partial Celtic prayer with the second line of Mother Teresa's inspirational quote as an extension of my blog post on strength. Thus, the first part of my "Souls of the Heart Speak" poem is a blackout poem created from part of the Celtic Daily Prayer" and the last line is from Mother Teresa
Come swiftly, O Lord , to the dark moments when we are lost. Make us aware of Thy presence . strengthen us to resist the Urges and pull s to deeper darkness
Souls of the Heart Speak
According to AI, St. Patrick was "rooted in spiritual resilence, faith, and unwavering courage". St. Joseph's strength is "defined by 'quiet strength,' characterized by obedience, profound trust in God, and protective, humble service rather than vocal or physical force." Most people in this century understand the strength of Mother Teresa, who spread kindness and love throughout the world.
The 40-day religious season of Lent in the Christian Church brings soul of the heart together.
Carol, I enjoyed reading your memory of the rivalry between the boys around the two saints days. That was fun. The intricate weaving of this post with the Celtic prayer and Mother Teresa's quote is powerful.
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