Prayer & Reflection
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Pentecost Prayers of the Faithful
May 25, 2023
Pentecost Petitions That the Spirit of Wisdom may live in us: to kindle passion for what is vital and faithful. That the Spirit of Understanding may live in us: to hear others and see diversity as a strength. That the Spirit of Right Judgment may live in us: to grant human rights to all people […]
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Introducing: Interlocking Goals Laudato Si’ Video Series
May 23, 2023
“I am passionate about sharing transformative study and reflection opportunities with people who are interested in and concerned about the health of our planet and people,” says Sr. Mary Catherine. “Today, during Laudato Si’ Celebration Week, I’m introducing a new video series about the seven closely related goals of the Laudato Si Action Platform.” Seven […]
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Creation Canticle ~ Affinity
May 19, 2023
Affinity Feathers, fur, hooves and spurs, paws, petals, ponds and fins We are all in… Beautiful dance Sway in the breeze Chirp in the trees When we are in sync the way we were meant to be Together connected Since the days of creation When God Said it was good! Entrusted to care For Water, […]
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A Contemplative Guide to Laudato Si’ Week 2023
May 17, 2023
Hope for the Earth. Hope for Humanity A Contemplative Guide to Laudato Si’ Week 2023 Please join the Dominican Sisters ~ Grand Rapids in this contemplative experience from May 21-28, 2023. Thank you to the Office of Peace, Justice, and the Integrity of Creation, Sisters of Charity of New York and the Office of Peace, […]
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Celebrate and Reflect: Earth/Soil
May 15, 2023
It is known by many names: humus/Adam – soil – ground – earth.And it is referenced often in the Bible. ( Gen. 9:20) Noah, a man of the soil, was the first to plant a vineyard. (Ex: 34:26) You shall bring the very first of the first fruits of your soil into the house of […]
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Celebrate and Reflect: FIRE
May 4, 2023
FIRE Enkindle within us the fire of your love. Acts 2:3 — Then, like a wildfire, the Holy Spirit spread through their ranks and to fill them with his life and power. Isaiah 64:8 — Still, God, you are our Father. We’re the clay and you’re our potter: All of us are what you made […]
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Celebrate and Reflect: WATER
May 4, 2023
WATER For truly I tell you, whoever gives you a cup of water to drink because you bear the name of Christ will by no means lose the reward.” Jesus said to her, ‘Everyone who drinks of this water will be thirsty again, but those who drink of the water that I will give them […]
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Celebration & Reflection of Earth’s Elements — AIR, WATER, FIRE, EARTH
May 4, 2023
During a month of celebration from EARTH DAY (April 22) to the Anniversary of Laudato Si’ (May 28), we have entered into a month of contemplation on the traditional elements of creation: AIR, WATER, FIRE, EARTH (soil). Join us in reflection on these, the elements. Set aside some time to reflect and be united in […]
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Creation Canticle ~ Bear Heart’s Prayer of Praise, Lamentation, and Hope
April 24, 2023
Bear Heart’s Prayer of Praise, Lamentation, and Hope Majestic Forest, Peace, Tranquility and Beauty Diversity and Oneness; We all belong We call this Mountain our Land, our Home We praise and thank you, Creator God. Timber, Timber, Timber, they shout Profit, Profit, Profit, all is free Greed, Greed, Greed, take all, no one is responsible […]
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“Go and take your place” — 2nd Wednesday of Easter Homily
April 19, 2023
Megan McElroy OP preached for theWord on April 19, the 2nd Wednesday of Easter, based on the Readings: Acts 5:17-26; John 3:16-21. Her homily follows. You can also listen to the message at https://word.op.org/2023/04/19/29454/. “Go and take your place.” Depending on the context, these words can be demeaning: • Go and take your place… […]