It’s been just about nine years ago since Pope Francis wrote his encyclical noted above. With a subtitle: On care for our common home, perhaps we could take time to read it over again soon. The Pope quoted St. Francis in the letter and wrote of his importance to the Earth.
“Saint Francis is the example par excellence of care for the vulnerable and of an integral ecology lived out joyfully and authentically.”
Pope Francis’ encyclical outlines much in its 246 numbered sections. Toward the end, there is a section on Ecological Education and Spirituality. Take note at the conclusion for two prayers : A prayer for our earth and A Christian prayer in union with creation. Find Laudato Si at this link: https://www.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/encyclicals/documents/papa-francesco_20150524_enciclica-laudato-si.html
“Our generation has bequeathed many riches, but we have failed to protect the planet and we are not safeguarding peace. We are called to become artisans and caretakers of our common home, the Earth which is “falling into ruin.” #EarthDay—Pope Francis on “X” 4-22-24
St. Francis of Assisi, please pray for us!
Peace,
Deacon Tom
We have wheelchair accessible entrances to the church, social hall, and education center, and reserved pews, as well as fully accessible restrooms.
We are