Diocesan News
The theme for Laudato Si’ Week this year is Raise Hope – inspired by the Jubilee Year and its theme – Pilgrims of Hope.
Every day during Laudato Si week , there will be an action tile that reflects on the words of Pope Francis in Laudato Si’ and take action.
Saturday, May 17 – Laudato Si’ Week Day 1:
Today we celebrate the beginning of Laudato Si’ Week in Australia. Follow along each day as we reflect on the words of Pope Francis in Laudato Si’ and take action.
Action: Watch the CAFOD Jubilee 2025 Debt animation.
Action: Go for a walk in nature and reflect upon the natural beauty that surrounds you.
Prayer for Laudato Si Week
Loving God, You created all people to be equal.
Yet, throughout the world many are struggling to find even the most basic things they need:
food, water, safety and education.
Many poor countries owe enormous debts to wealthy countries and companies,
and millions of vulnerable people suffer as a result.
In this Year of Jubilee, when we are called to be pilgrims of hope,
we pray for greater justice.
We pray that we might do our part to challenge unjust situations that
cause harm to so many of your people around the world.
May we work to ensure that earth is truly a common home for everyone,
shared by all and enjoyed in security.
May we be instruments of your peace and builders of the kingdom
of which Jesus spoke in your name. Amen.
Caritas Australia & the Australian Catholic Bishops Conference Office for Justice, Ecology & Peace