Lord, who loves all beings and hates nothing you have made (Wisdom 11:24). Every creature, Father, is an object of your tenderness, and you give each one a place in the world. I am amazed to see that the fleeting life of the smallest being is the object of your love, and even in those few seconds of existence you surround it with all your care.
“Praised be you, my Lord,” as Saint Francis said, and I say to you today, “Praised be you.” Through the greatness and beauty of creatures, we know the author by analogy (Wisdom 13:5). That’s why, Lord, I deeply believe that the world is more than a problem to solve; it is a joyful mystery we contemplate with joyful praise. Give us the grace to recognize ourselves as beloved beings, each of us cherished by You, conceived in Your heart, a fruit of Your thought.
“Praised be you, Lord,” who reveals yourself when the sun shines and when the night falls, you are present in the diversity of all creation. When we become aware of your reflection in everything that exists, my heart feels the desire to worship you, for all your creatures… Praised be you, Lord!
Amen.