Psalm for a home

May your doorbell ring as a welcome,

your home keep a couch for the weary,

and your table be open space

 for those out of place.

 

 May the kettle on in the kitchen be just boiled,

your living room rock with laughter,

and your phone be sometimes out of reach.

 

May your clothes be handed on,

your plants remind you to water them,

and the compost bin become your daily sermon.

 

May your car give people lifts

(may your neighbours names be known)

And your carbon footprint be gentle

whatever the road that rises to meet you

 

May you cherish each quiet space

and the paths you take into each day.

May goodness and mercy follow you

down each and every way.

 

(By Martin Wroe)

 

I found this in “Rooted in Love” by Diana E Carroll