Reflection

“The care of the Earth is our most ancient and most worthy, and after all our most pleasing responsibility. To cherish what remains of it and to foster its renewal is our only hope.”
–Wendell Berry

Prayer

Eternal Creator,

Our vision may be strained and we have made such a mess, but still your creation bears the stamp of such goodness. Yes, it is good, just as you said, even if it must wait for renewal and perfection. As we ourselves wait, remind us again of our most ancient calling, to tend to this world and assist in its flourishing. Let each of us feel a burden each day, to make our hope for the future concrete by investing in the earth, our most important inheritance. With gratitude for your great hospitality towards us, we pray. Amen.

Call to Action

How can I break my habits of waste today? What is one positive thing I can do to cherish and renew whatever piece of this earth that I happen to occupy?