Contemplation
Care for creation and grow closer to God: Join our free contemplation program from May 30 to July 1
What is contemplation?
“This contemplation of creation allows us to discover in each thing a teaching which God wishes to hand on to us, since ‘for the believer, to contemplate creation is to hear a message, to listen to a paradoxical and silent voice’” (LS 85).
Contemplation Events
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Latest Past Events
The Global Catholic Letter on Climate Change to the COP28 Presidency
Social Catholic Teaching (SCT) calls us to “accelerate the just energy transition” in the key of Integral Ecology, changing international policies. This event is part of a series of Catholic advocacy actions on governments to make bold decisions about climate change mitigation, just energy transition, and integral human development. Under Pope Francis’ leadership and previous global grassroots manifestos, we will deliver a joint letter to the COP 28 Presidency. Organizers: Carmelite NGO, LSM, UNANIMA International (UI), VIVAT International (VIVAT), Boston College, Catholic Relief Services - United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (CRS), Ieunesse Étudiante Catholique Internationale (IYCS-JECI), Society of Catholic Medical Missionaries (SCMM). Speakers in the Round Table: Archbishop Peter Chong (Asia-Pacific, VIVAT), Bishop Stephen Mamza (Africa), Bishop Lizardo Estrada (Latin American and the Caribbean), Lorna Gold (FaithInvest, LSM Chair Board), Liana Almony (UNANIMA International), Roy Ibrahim (IYCS-JECI Program Coordinator), Tzeporah Berman (Chair of the FFNPT initiative; Stand.earth), Julia E. DeVoy (Boston College). Moderators: Jean Quinn (UNANIMA International) and Lindlyn Moma (LSM)
Ecumenical Service Prayer of Season of Creation 2023
cEcumenical Service Prayer of Season of Creation 2023 Dec 2, 3:00PM Christ Church, Jabel Ali: 14.3km from Expo City
Exhibit “Places of Climate Injustices”
Laudate Deum brings much needed attention to the climate injustices still prevalent throughout our common home. In line with the core message of Laudate Deum, Our Season of Creation campaign shone on a spotlight on the prayers and actions of our network in fighting climate justice through our #PrayingForYou campaign. The video exhibit highlights "Places of Injustice" linked to climate damages and socio-ecological impacts through the global production of thematic “climate injustices” through messages, documentary videos, and other digital arts. Vulnerable people become a living letter to their governments by denouncing injustice and claiming climate justice. Visit the LSM Exhibit Date and time: 1-6 December 2023 10AM - 5PM Venue: Booth 24; Thematic Category: Adaptation, Resilience, and Loss and Damage. More information: https://laudatosimovement.org/exhibit-cop-28/
Contemplation News
Caring for All of God’s Creation: They Will Know We are Christians By Our Love
By: Laudato Si Movement US Advocacy Working Group As Hurricane Helene battered the southeast United States, and Hurricane Milton comes barreling towards us, creation is “groaning in travail” through storms, hurricanes, wildfires, heat waves, floods, and droughts across our nation and our world. Catholics across the nation are responding to
Archbishop Peter Kairo Leads the Franciscan Family in Launching the Season of Creation 2024 Celebration
The Franciscan family came together on September 7, 2024, at the Franciscan Family Centre in Karen, Nairobi, to celebrate Franciscan Family Day and officially launch the Season of Creation under the theme: “To Hope and Act with Creation—The Franciscan Way.” This special occasion was graced by Archbishop Emeritus Peter Joseph
Celebration Of The Feast Of The Exaltation Of The Cross during the Season of Creation
By Steeven Kezamutima On Saturday, September 14, 2024, the Glorious Cross Ministries, together with the Laudato Si’ Movement, the Justice, Peace, and Integrity of Creation (JPIC), and the Catholic University of Eastern Africa (CUEA), gathered to celebrate the 3rd edition of the Feast of the Exaltation of the Cross. The celebration,
More inspiring activities during the Season of Creation!
In the penultimate week of the Season of Creation, we tell you about some inspiring activities that are taking place.
God’s Creation Waits: A New Children’s Resource!
Written by acclaimed children’s author and member of LSM’s Minnesota Chapter, Anne E. Neuberger, this 42-page booklet is designed to encourage children to develop an awareness for all of nature and to appreciate it as a gift from God. The activities, stories, and prayers will help them take joy every
From Spain to the Philippines, the Season of Creation is bearing fruit
From Spain to the Philippines, the Season of Creation is inspiring creative activities in various communities.
We pray together as we begin the Season of Creation
A community prayer service with the worldwide Christian family opened the Season of Creation on Sunday, September 1, showing us that hope flourishes when we join together in action and prayer. More than 7000 people participated from all over the world, from Canada to Chile and from Manila to Milan.
Asia Pacific Catholic Communities Prepare for a Transformative Season of Creation 2024
MovThe Season of Creation presents a special opportunity for prayer, reflection, and action, renewing our shared commitment to caring for our common home. A key event in Asia Pacific this year is the “Season of Creation 2024: Cultivating Hope and Action with Creation” webinar, co-organized by the Federation of
More community events for the Season of Creation everyday!
In addition to the official Season of Creation events, Christian communities around the world are also planning their events. You can find them here.
LSM’s Monthly Prayer Guide – September 2024
Discover September LSM's Monthly Prayer Guide, let us pray that each of us listen with our hearts to the cry of the Earth.