Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation

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Pope Francis: the oceans and seas reflect God's greatness

Sep 1, 2018

By Hannah Brockhaus

Contemplating the grandeur of the ocean is also an opportunity to reflect on the goodness of God the Creator, Pope... Read more

Pope Francis declares care for creation a new work of mercy

Sep 1, 2016

By Elise Harris

On Thursday Pope Francis yet again showed his knack for surprises and his openness to “newness” by adding the care... Read more

Pope Francis listens as Fr. Raniero Cantalamessa, preaches for the liturgy celebrating the Day of Prayer for Care of Creation in St. Peter's Basilica, Sept. 1, 2015.

Pope listens to what Francis of Assisi can teach us about creation

Sep 1, 2015

By Elise Harris

On the first World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation, the preacher to the papal household said that... Read more