It has been said that Francis of Assisi would often spend an hour or two in prayer on the top of Mount Averno. During that time he would spend it in silent praise, while the only word being uttered was “God” periodically. He understood the importance of praise.

Jesus gave us that as the first petition of the Lord’s Prayer, “Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name”. When we praise Him we are recognizing the renown that He deserves. In fact, if that is all we did from now to the end of time, we would still not describe all that He is due.

Since God’s church is His creation and it is the bride of Christ, when we praise Him, we acknowledge the importance of the Church.

Always praying for the glory of God,