Do you know what you are?

 

You are a marvel. You are unique.

 

In all the world, there is no other exactly like you.

 

In all the millions of years there has never been another exactly like you.

 

You are a child of God. And you will be a child of God forever.

 

No one can take this birthright from you.

 

May you continue to grow into the fullness of life that is God’s intent for you.

 

And may you always know that you are loved.

 

A poem by Ernesto Cardenal,

Adapted by Rev. Kathlyn James