Lord, guide us in Your sacred way:
Where love and wisdom intertwine,
No fear nor ignorance shall stay.

Where patience blooms with humble grace,
No anger nor annoyance finds place.
Where poverty sings with joy so pure,
No greed nor avarice can endure.

Where peace and contemplation meet,
No care nor restlessness can compete.
Where the reverent fear of God stands guard,
No enemy shall cross that yard.

Where mercy walks with prudent light,
No excess nor harshness blight the night.
This truth we hold, with hearts restored.
Through Jesus Christ, our blessed Lord.

–Based on a prayer from St. Francis of Assisi