As a product of a Franciscan school, we studied his life closely and imbibed his values seriously.
One of my favourite times of the year in school was the "Transitus." This was a dramatization of the life and times of St. Francis of Assisi, which was done through prose and song. I would always make it a point to take part in the event, shuttling from spoken word to singing. (Strange, but true.)
Usually, at the end of the Transitus, the choir would sing the "Prayer of St. Francis." The song, based on his heartfelt and beautiful words, never failed to tug at my heartstrings. His message is so beautiful and shows much love, generosity and selflessness.
It's a song that's very relevant in today's times, not just because it's his feast day, but because we all need to be instruments of peace.
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