“Never has the use of violence brought peace in its wake. War begets war, violence begets violence.” — Pope Francis, Angelus, September 1, 2013 The Congregation of St. Joseph, in solidarity with the members of the Leadership Conference of Women Religious (LCWR), of which we are a part, and the global community of faith, stand […]
Canticle of the Creatures – Season of Creation
Today we celebrate the Feast of St. Francis, and also complete our journey through the Season of Creation. St. Francis saw all of creation as our brothers and sisters. We share this prayer from St. Francis’s Canticle of the Creatures. Thank you for joining us, and may we all continue to care for Earth and […]
Wisdom from Laudato Si’ – Season of Creation
As we near the end of the Season of Creation, we are reminded by Pope Francis that all it takes is one person to restore hope! There is much to be done to care for Earth and all creation, but each of us can make a difference. […]
Join the River of Justice and Peace – Season of Creation
We are each called to join the river of justice and peace, now, and into the future. While we are approaching the end of the Season of Creation, the call to work for climate and ecological justice continues on throughout the year. How are you working on behalf of all creation today, tomorrow, and in […]
Prayer of Gratitude for the Beauty of Creation – Season of Creation
Today, we offer a prayer in gratitude for the beauty of creation. […]
Scripture Celebrates Creation – Season of Creation
Today, scripture reminds us that all of creation declares the glory of God. […]
Wisdom from Laudato Si’ – Season of Creation
We have forgotten that we ourselves are made up of the elements of Earth. We are the dust of the Earth, we breath her air, we receive life from her waters. Today, we are reminded by Pope Francis of the essential need for water to human survival. […]
Committing to Saving Energy – Season of Creation
One way that we can each personally make a difference this Season of Creation is by committing to saving energy and making better use of our resources. Consider some of the options provided here, and find more ways to save energy here. […]
The Importance of Water – Season of Creation
Today, we are reminded of the importance of water, to Earth, and to us. […]
Wisdom from Laudato Si’ – Season of Creation
Pope Francis reminds us of the importance of daily actions, and of ongoing education, to make changes for the good of creation. […]
