September 24, 2018
Mercy Day
On 6 June 2018 the Global Peace Index 2018, the world's leading measurement of country peacefulness, was released.
'Become agents of this mercy, channels through which God can water the earth, protect all creation and make justice and peace flourish.''
Let us continue to give thanks for the beauty that surrounds us.
Francis told those working to mitigate the human impact on the environment and climate that they could count on the support of the church, particularly its prayers.
'The universe unfolds in God, who fills it completely. Hence, there is a mystical meaning to be found in a leaf, in a mountain trail, in a dewdrop, in a poor person’s face...'
“The dignity of each human person and the pursuit of the common good are concerns which ought to shape all economic policies.” (EV 203)
Pray the complete prayer for our Earth today with new insight and understanding.
Gospel Readings for 3, 10, 17, 24 June 2018 are below in reverse chronological order