Season of Creation

September 1 marks the World Day of Prayer for the Integrity of Creation as well as the beginning of the Season of Creation which became the Time for Creation in 2021.

This annual period from September 1 to October 4 is a rallying point for the world’s 2.2 billion Christians, who are invited to pray and reflect on the safeguarding of Creation, integral ecology and the actions to be taken on a daily basis.

This initiative, which became ecumenical in 2015, takes as its theme this year “Let Justice and Peace Flow.” To support this theme, the symbol of a mighty river has been chosen.

“The urgency grows and we must make visible peace with Earth and on Earth, at the same time that justice calls us to repentance and a change of attitude and actions. Instead of despair, hope can be created if we work together as the People of God. By the Creator’s infinite love and mercy, streams can rise in the desert. An economy of peace can be built instead of an economy based on conflict.”

A celebration guide with prayer and numerous activity suggestions is available in English, Spanish, French and Portuguese. In a five-minute video, representatives of various religious denominations share their vision of the 2023 Creation Time theme.

A virtual launch event will take place on September 1, and another at the closing on October 4. To find out more, visit the page for each event.

September 1 – Launch event

October 4 – Closing event

You can also read Pope Francis’s message to mark Creation Day in English, Spanish, French and Portuguese.