From the Chaplains

A Blessing for the beginning of Spring 

May the sweet smell of pollen and buzzing of bees 

Not cause you to cough and splutter and sneeze 

May the gentle warmth of the early sun, 

Help you to balance your study and fun, 

May the new leaves un-folding high in the trees 

Help you prioritise tasks with ease, 

May the lengthening days and receding nights, 

Give you the courage to reach for great heights, 

May the call of the birds high in the air 

Cause you to wonder as you stop and stare, 

May the gentle warm breeze that dances and plays 

Inspire compassion that stretches for days 

May the baby magpies that squark with greed 

Help you to reach out to those in need 

May the tiny-small flowers beneath your feet 

Remind you of those who have little to eat, 

May the memories of fire, and droughts and rain 

Help you to re-use, recycle and reclaim, 

May the budding bushes that dazzle with flower, 

Fill you with kindness in each moment, each hour, 

May you step into spring and all that it brings 

Knowing God’s love is in you and all things. 

Amen 

Rev. Danielle Hemsworth-Smith 

College Chaplain