LOVE IS THE FRUIT / by Joe Castorino

Inspired by St. Francis de Sales

I love to love, and I love to pray,

But what should I do

When an opportunity for love

Interrupts prayer?

The Good Samaritan knew

That love always comes first:

Prayer spreads out its branches,

But love is the delicious fruit.

I strive for love and humility,

But what should I do

When an opportunity for love

Must be seen by others?

The Good Samaritan knew

That love always comes first:

Humility spreads out its roots,

But love is the delicious fruit.