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OK!
So all of you can "borrow" him but just remember that he does belong to us!
Of course I am speaking of SAINT Patrick.
Catch that word, his recognized title - SAINT.
That means that he belongs to us. We, Catholics, have saints. We recognize people of all eras in history and of every geographical place and at every stage in life as having lived exemplary lives, holy lives. They may not have at all times been holy but holiness became and was the hallmark of their lives. They show us what in means to live in union with True Holiness, namely God.
In our "family," we, Catholics hold these sisters and brothers as models for us to imitate. We also trust that they care about us and truly want to see us becoming holy as well. They know that joy of holiness.
And Patrick is one of them - a SAINT!
And this weekend so many, even those not Catholic and even some who do not even believe in Jesus and maybe even some who do not believe in anything at all but themselves, will be celebrating.
And it will be all about SAINT Patrick.
Our guy!
So, OK, you can borrow him for the weekend but just remember he does belong to us.
And as you borrow SAINT Patrick, it occurs to me that you are getting good at borrowing from us. I even suspect that deep down you may like us.
Last month you were borrowing someone named Valentine, and that is SAINT Valentine, you know.
Yep! Another one of ours.
And you really get into borrowing Christmas from us. You go all out for that one.
And while remembering Christmas, it seems that you also attach someone named SAINT Nicholas to that!
And recently another borrowing has been gaining popularity. Early October we remember SAINT Francis and in his honor we have taken to blessing animals. After all he does remind us that our lives are blessed by the presence of animals.
This was a "Catholic thing" but recently this practice has been gaining in popularity among others of our Christian sisters and brothers.
So borrow away!
But just remember, these are ours.
And by the way, check out our calendar. We have a whole lot more for you to look at. Why, we have saints for everyday of the year! And celebrations too!
We, Catholics, know how to celebrate.
And you know, you could just stop borrowing and link up with us.
We would be happy to welcome you.
And in our Family you would find brothers and sisters to help you to holiness.
And do have a very Happy SAINT Patrick's Day!