Lately, one of our priests has been closing our service with a blessing based on the final words of St. Clare, and I have found great strength and peace in it. I couldn't find the blessing form online, but here is a translation of Clare's dying words:
"Go forth in peace, for you have followed the good road. Go forth without fear, for He that created you has sanctified you, has always protected you, and loves you as a mother. Blessed be thou, O God, for having created me."
May you feel his protection and love today.
P.S. Thanks to Roberta, who posted the version I couldn't find in the first comment.
4 comments:
oh ruth! i use that blessing at the end of spiritual direction sessions:) it's so beautiful! the version i have is a bit different:
Live without fear; your Creator has made you holy, has always protected you, and loves you as a mother. Go in peace to follow the good road and may God's blessing be with you always. Amen
That's it! That's the one Rev. Kate uses. Thanks for posting it.
Beautiful!
I love these. I don't really believe them - that is, I am hard pressed to see that God always protects --, but I love them anyway.
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