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Hospitality - The Hallmark of CTC

Written by Sister Mariella

There remained a coconut tree in the courtyard of Eliswa It yielded plenty of coconuts that served one  and all in the locality The leaves were used by the tenants for their thatched houses The fine foliage for various needs.  Eliswa learnt a lot from this coconut tree  Of giving selflessly and magnanimously Through its tender coconuts and mature ones For the sick and tired health and wealth She pondered, from root to the top in service remain A simple tree so tall with no branches If so, why shouldn’t I be of service of many Though simple, humble and not self made Years have past and seasons have changed  Eliswa too passed years and seasons  Years of growth and seasons of joy and sorrow  And was time to meditate on the law of the Lord. She remained a sturdy tree in the garden of Carmel No branches but varied were the uses Toot to the top in humble submission In the service of God and service of man  A welcome sign at the gate of Carmel         With simplicity magnanimity sympathy and empathy  She waved the branches of her good will  And a long line of dependents shared the shade of this palm She bore fruits in plenty and shared with kith and kin Numberless were the ones who enjoyed the sweetness of her love Enriched their souls with the kernel of her faith And enthused their wills to follow her foot steps  Today in Carmel we see all around  Sisters who have imbibed the spirit of this holy Nun  A foundress par excellent in service and hospitality  A useful tree from head to foot.

Last Updated on Thursday, 24 April 2008 17:33