Of Bears and Penguins

I heard the most beautiful adaptation of the 23 Psalm this morning at church by Francis Patrick O'Brien.

My shepherd is the Lord, for nothing shall I want; green are the pastures where I'm led to repose.

Near waters still and deep God will refresh my soul, I am led onwward in ways true to the Name.

Guide me, O Shephered of my heart; lead me homeward through the dark into everlasting day. Show me the way of truth and light, keep me always in your sight. May my life never part from the shepherd of my heart.

If I should walk one day into the vale of darkness, no evil shall I fear with God at my side. There with your crook and staff, you give me strength and comfort:

You spread a banquet in the sight of my foes.

You anoint my head with oil; my cup is overflowing; goodness and kindness crown the days of my life.

Within the Lord's own house I dwell in peace forever; within the house of God my soul is at rest.

Guide me, O Shepherd of my heart; lead me homeward through the dark, into everlasting day. Show me the way of truth and light; keep me always in your sight. May my life never part from the shepherd of my heart.