"Bookmark for Your Heart"
Copyright 2012, Tano Music
Words by St. Teresa of Avila & Tom Sperrazzo, Music by Tom Sperrazzo
Fear not, do not worry!
Everything will pass;
Patience obtains all things.
God, God never changes.
He is all you need!
Nothing is wanting in him who possesses God!
Why do you ask me for my secrets?
I who am wretched and low?
What can I say or share?
Yes, I've been graced to walk mansions..
I'll tell you just what I know;
Only what I've heard in prayer.
Accept what your suffering brings you;
Have courage--eternal is your gain;
Be perfect in the path that you choose.
Friends, you must always be humble!
And love--it gives worth to all things.
Turn from the life of the world!

Song facts:
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Chorus adapted from St. Teresa's famous 'bookmark' prayer
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Verses from various of St. Teresa's writings, including "Interior Mansions", "Way of Perfection", and "My Life"