The Lord of the Harvest

[Sr. Janet]

Once upon a time, I knew nothing about farming, the result of being
born in a city. Then, in my teens, I had the opportunity of a Saturday
and holiday job on a friend's far. It was an eye-opener and ever
since, the needs of the farming community have been very close to my
heart.

Walking along the road this morning, seeing the fields 'white for the
harvest' and knowing that the farmers desperately need a few days
without rain if they are to bring in the harvest, it seems to be
important, at this time of year, to pray for farmers everywhere,
especially those who are facing adverse weather conditions of whatever
sort.

May God bless the farmers, their essential work and their crops. May
the Lord of the Harvest grant an abundance of all those crops that
feed us. May there be enough and to spare.

May God also bless the work of those who depend on their gardens and
allotments for food supplies.

...and may God bless each of us.
Sr Janet