Today is an opportunity to share some notes that explain in part the significance of this feast celebrated around the world. It is also a time to highlight the presence of several sisters of Irish descent within the congregation of the Sisters of the Holy Names of Mary (SNJM), a presence that has its source in the time of Mother Marie-Rose who took in Irish orphans.
- “St. Patrick’s Day is an enchanted time—a day to begin transforming winter’s dreams into summer’s magic.”—Adrienne Cook
- “May your troubles be less. And your blessings be more. And nothing but happiness comes through your door.”—Irish Blessing
Finally, why not add a traditional greeting often linked to Irish culture and folklore:
May your thoughts be as happy as shamrocks.
May your heart be as light as a song.
May each day bring you happy hours
That stay with you all year long.
Happy celebrations!
