Christians around the world are invited to give particular attention to praying and caring for God’s creation as part of the global Season of Creation, observed every year from September 1, the Global Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation, to October 4, St Francis of Assisi Day.
This year’s theme is Living Water. Drawn from Ezekiel’s biblical vision (Ezekiel 47:1-12), it highlights a river of life flowing from God, restoring barren lands, reviving polluted waters, and sustaining flourishing ecosystems. It focuses on ecological healing, hope and the interdependence of humanity and nature.
In the Anglican Church of Canada, General Synod 2019 passed a resolution adopting the Season of Creation as a time of prayer, education and action, encouraging dioceses and parishes to participate. A new addition to the Church’s liturgical life, the Feast of the Creator has been adopted as a major feast within our calendar. The feast may be celebrated on September 1, to usher in the Season of Creation, or transferred to a Sunday within the season.