05/21/2026
Happy Laudato Si' Week! May 17-24, 2026 is an official week dedicated to praising God with our words and actions for all of Creation. Here's how you & your family can participate:
🙌 Praise God for Creation each day this week.
❤️ Take a small action each day inspired by the Laudato Si' Goals established by the Catholic Church.
You may also consider enrolling your family in the Catholic Church's official Laudato Si' Action Platform. This means taking a pledge to praise God and care for Creation through your family's actions.
🌎OFFICIAL LAUDATO SI' GOALS
Take action this week... and beyond!
Goal 1: Respond to the Cry of the Earth
Example: Take an action to reduce your energy use, such as switching off faucets, lights, computers, or TVs when not in use.
Goal 2: Respond to the Cry of the Poor
Example: Learn about a local food pantry, and mark your calendar to bring a contribution.
Goal 3: Adopt Simpler Lifestyle
Example: Consider 1 way you can reduce waste, such as using cloth napkins or freezing leftovers immediately so they don't get lost in the back of the fridge.
Goal 4: Ecological Education
Example: Share an interesting fact about God's Creation with someone you know.
Goal 5: Ecological Spirituality
Example: When you pray before eating, think about and thank God for all the people and creatures whose work brought you a meal.
Goal 6: Ecological Economics
Example: Choose to support a local business, or take 5 minutes to research how your favorite retailers treat their workers.
Goal 7: Community Engagement
Example: Learn about a local park or organization that can help you care for God's Creation.
🎨 Image credit: Wynken Gelito
