Pope Francis and the Australian Bishops invite all Catholics to join the ecumenical Season of Creation. It starts 1 September (World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation) and ends 4 October (Feast Day of St Francis of Assisi). They encourage us all to make this a special time of prayer and action in caring for our common home.

Pope Francis’ message for September 1 offers us so much on which to contemplate during the Season of Creation. One way you can make the Season of Creation a special time to enrich your spiritual life is to devote regular time over the five weeks of the Season to reading and reflecting on the Pope’s message.

In the Diocese of Parramatta, the Season of Creation is a great time to engage with our Diocesan Laudato Si' Action Campaign. It was launched by Bishop Vincent Long in April this year and commits the Diocese to achieving seven Laudato Si’ Goals, which means to care more deeply for God’s creation and our sisters and brothers in need. In a video message, Bishop Vincent invited all people in the Diocese, especially all Catholic schools, parishes, families, and organisations to participate.

Learn more about the Diocese of Parramatta Laudato Si' Action Campaign at parracatholic.org/laudatosi

Please browse this website for lots of Season of Creation events, activities & resources for prayer and action!