May 17-24 marks the 11th Anniversary of Laudato Si’, Pope Francis’ encyclical on Care for Creation – one of the 7 basic principles of Catholic Social Teaching.
This year’s anniversary theme is “From Hope to Action.” All Catholics are challenged to take at least one action that will help address the cry of the earth which, as Pope Leo has pointed out, cannot be separated from the cry of the poor. What will your action be?
Check out some concrete suggestions below..
One year after the passing of Pope Francis, his legacy continues to shape the way we see and care for our common home.
April 22nd is Earth Day! Come to Coffee & Donuts after the 9am Family Mass this Sunday, April 19 and join our Collaborative’s Care for Creation Committee for coffee to learn more about how you can help show your love for planet earth.
Then visit the Catholic Climate Covenant and Sustainable Wellesley websites for info on upcoming events, tips and other ideas for how you can care for creation in your own home, school and work environments.
Catholic Social Teaching: The Wisdom that Calls Us to Action – Saturday, Mar 14 from 8am to 3:30pm at Boston College High School
Join us in person for a day filled with reflection, dialogue, and action as we learn about Catholic Social Teaching and how to apply it to our faith! Let’s come together to make a difference!
· Opening Mass with Archbishop Richard Henning
· Keynote: Dr. Brian Corbin, Executive Vice President, Catholic Charities USA
· Resource Center and Workshops
· Light Breakfast/Lunch
For more information and to register visit: Archdiocese of Boston Social Justice Ministry
Looking for ways to incorporate Care for God’s Creation in your Lenten prayer, fasting and almsgiving plans?
Check out Catholic Climate Covenant’s Lenten Resources!
Our homes were graced with beautiful Christmas trees this season. We invite you to show your gratitude and “pay it forward” by planting a tree (or 2 or 3) to start the new year. Many organizations, including the Arbor Day Foundation, One Tree Planted, the USDA Forest Service Plant-a-Tree Program, the National Forest Foundation and The Nature Conservancy make it easy to plant trees from the comfort of your home.
Better yet, plant one in your yard or at the home of a loved one! It’s a gift that keeps on giving for a lifetime!
Creation Awaits with Eager Expectation – A Daily Advent Journey of Prayer and Reflection, Catholic Climate Covenant
This collection features 26 daily prayers and reflections inspired by Romans 8:19—“For creation awaits with eager expectation for the revelation of the children of God.” Written by a beautifully diverse group of U.S. Catholics, these short prayers and reflections will accompany you throughout the Advent season. Register here
Tuesday, November 18th at 7:00pm
Powers Hall, Lower Level St. John the Evangelist Church
Join the SJSP Care for Creation Committee for a Zoom webinar with Fran Ludwig, co-chair of Boston Catholic Climate Movement and delegate to the recent Raising Hope for Climate Justice conference in Rome. Hear about Pope Leo’s challenge to us to protect our common home and all who inhabit it — particularly the poor and vulnerable who are disproportionately affected by environmental degradation. Munchies will be served!
Can’t attend in person? Click here to register for the webinar…
All are invited to bring their pets to our outdoor “Blessing of the Animals” on Sunday, October 5 at 3pm at St. Paul with Deacon Rick.
Sponsored by the SJSP Care for Creation Team in celebration of the Feast of St. Francis and the Season of Creation.
For their safety, all animals should eb leashed or in a carrier.
Looking for ideas to celebrate the Season of Creation?
Observe September 1, World Day of Prayer, by praying for renewal of the face of the earth, spending some prayerful time in nature, or planting some seeds — whether it’s seeds in your garden or seeds of hope.
On September 21, join a pilgrimage sponsored by Boston Interfaith Climate Allies. Catholics will gather at St. Clements in Boston and walk to Boston Common, stopping at houses of worship along the way…
Also, save the date for our own Blessing of the Animals here at the Collaborative on October 5 at 3pm on St. Paul lawn.