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As members of a “Cosmic Fraternity”, all creatures share the same dignity and vocation given by God

As members of a “Cosmic Fraternity”, all creatures share the same dignity and vocation given by God

HOMILY OF THE MINISTER GENERAL FOR THE FEAST OF THE PARDON OF ASSISI

“Praised be You, my Lord, who with all Your creatures,
especially Sir Brother Sun…, through Sister Moon and the stars…
Praised be You, my Lord, through Brother Wind,…Sister Water,…Brother Fire,…
Sister Mother Earth, who sustains and governs us…
Praised be you, my Lord, through those who give pardon for Your love,
and bear infirmity and tribulations.”

The cry of the poor in time of pandemic in Poland

The cry of the poor in time of pandemic in Poland

The rapid development of the pandemic has caused many problems, and as usual, it has affected the weakest, poorest, neediest and sickest. So, after the initial shock, many institutions started to get involved to help those who found themselves in the difficulties created by COVID-19. The new situation strongly challenged us as followers of St. Francis, who espoused Our Lady Poverty and gave us the example to follow by caring for the poor, sick and abandoned.

World Earth Day

World Earth Day

We hope you’re doing o.k. at this difficult time for people everywhere. Today is World Earth Day, and we want to invite you to join in celebrating our common home while you’re confined to your own home. Will you and the people you’re in contact with rise to the challenge of “Planting hope and harvesting joy”?

Climate Crisis and Coronavirus

Climate Crisis and Coronavirus

We are now facing unprecedented challenges with the spread of COVID19. The argument has been made that climate change has had a significant impact on the development of infectious viruses such as Coronavirus.