Written by Pat LaManna O.A.M.
Senior Australian of the Year 2009
Papal Knighthood of St. Gregory

I

hank God for being alive and individual. As from today I will be forever honest and forgiving, and treat others as I would like others to treat me, I will appreciate God's creation - all the good things I see, hear and smell, and the air I breathe.

Begin

bserve and obey god and the law of the land. I will be generous in all my doings. Within my capabilities I will work towards building bridges between the rich and the poor, regardless of status or religion, colour or naturally, we can all enjoy the world together.

To

edicate my life and loyalty to my family, friends and associates and show kindnesss to all humanity, I will share my time, talent, knowledge and resources with the disabled and disadvantaged, the sick and those with special needs.

Be

mbassador, appealing to world leaders and lawmakers to be compassionate, co-operative and charitable by action and example, and resist all evil temptations for the good of humanity.

Responsible

es! For the rest of my life I will love and serve the world. My eyes and ears will be open as I look and listen or solutions to help establish world peace for present and future generations. I will vaule and view my life on earth as a gift...a journey on the way to eternal life.