Reflection

“The ultimate test of [a person’s] conscience may be their willingness to sacrifice something today for future generations whose words of thanks will not be heard.” –Gaylord Nelson

Prayer

God of tomorrow,

We are confronted more and more with the fallout from all the damage we’ve done to our environment. As we strive to respond, inspire us with a deeper sense of integrity, responsibility, and authentic commitment to the generations that will come after us. Bind us by conscience to them, that we might make sacrifices today for the sake of the world they will inherit. Even if we may never hear a word of their thanks, help us do what we can to leave them a rich and vibrant ecological inheritance. Amen.

Call to Action

Do I truly consider the long-term consequences of my actions upon the environment? Take some time to do so today, with my imagination set on the future generations who will inhabit this planet.