Season of Creation

On Sept. 1, we observe the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation, which begins a “Season of Creation” lasting until the memorial of St. Francis of Assisi Oct. 4. On the last Sunday of September, we observe the World Day of Migrants and Refugees.

Pope: peace with Creator, harmony with creation

Bishop Burbidge on the Care for creation, and the common good

Bishop Burbidge discusses Season of Creation 2020 in the Walk Humbly Podcast episode 57

The Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation and the Season of Creation call us to renew our commitment to the common good, especially in service to the poor. As Pope Francis recalls, “God created the world for everyone,” and thus “the natural environment is a collective good, the patrimony of all humanity and the responsibility of everyone” (“Laudato Si’, on Care for our Common Home,” nos. 93 and 95).

Therefore, the church invites each of us to promote the common good through care for creation in seven concrete ways: respond to the cry of the poor by defending human life from conception to natural death; respond to the cry of the earth by supporting clean energy, clean water and safe environments; promote ecological economics through ethical investment and consumption; adopt simple lifestyles that use resources thoughtfully and reduce pollution; increase ecological awareness through education; foster ecological spirituality by seeking reconciliation for acts that harm creation; and advocate for action to protect the environment in local communities.

Promoting the common good in these ways simultaneously protects human dignity. Sadly, the poor are often the first victims of environmental destruction and suffer disproportionately from its effects. As a result, many lack basic necessities and may even be forced to flee their homes (cf. “Laudato Si’,” nos. 25, 95). As followers of Christ, we are called to see his face in them, to welcome them and to accompany them.


Creation Care Ministry invites your involvement in these efforts: Contact Kim Young, KYoungDT@msn.com

Burke naturalist’s faith grows amid her love for creation (Featuring our very own parishioner Kim Young)

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