Listen to the Cry of the Earth
and the Cry of the Poor
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Pope Francis invited the global Catholic community to commemorate the 5th anniversary of Laudato Si’ during Laudato Si’ Week (May 16-24). The Environmental Stewardship Committee of the Diocese of Worcester, is holding a Day of Prayer (see below) for our planet, for our brothers and sisters in need all over the world, for stewardship of the Earth, and for mindfulness in our use of the Earth's resources.
Diocese of Worcester Day of Prayer
The 'Day of Prayer' will be held on May 18 from 5:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. You are invited to sign-up to pray for an hour or longer as per your convenience. Prayer suggestions are given below but are non-restrictive. Do feel free to add your own prayers, Scripture readings, and reflections. These can be personal, family groups or parish groups.
Suggested music to begin or end or use during your hour of prayer:https://www.youtube.com/watch?
v=e0TInLOJuUM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OGMIjwf0SVw
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cc0QVWzCv9k Prayer suggestions:
- Psalm 8, Psalm 23, Psalm 104
- Rosary
- Divine Mercy Chaplet: https://watch.formed.org/
divine-mercy-chaplet- franciscan-friars-of-the- renewal/videos/divine-mercy- chaplet-franciscan-friars-of- the-renewal
Readings and reflections:Please join us for the Day of Prayer on Monday, May 18 by signing-up using the link below:
https://www.signupgenius.com/
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The US Bishops have posted new resources to support the celebration of Laudato Si' Week. Details are here - http://usccb.org/issues-and-action/human-life-and-dignity/environment/
