June 5

Protecting the Environment

"The Lord God took the man and put him in the Garden of Eden to work it and take care of it."

— Genesis 2:15

Creator,

I reflect on my responsibility toward this Earth You have entrusted to me. Not to exploit it without limit, but to be its faithful guardian.

Forgive us for the damage we have caused. Pollution, climate change, ecosystem destruction. We have not been good stewards.

Give us the wisdom and courage to change. To live more respectfully of nature, to make decisions that protect rather than destroy. The Earth is our common home.

Amen.

Reflection

What concrete change can you make in your lifestyle to better protect the environment?

For the protection of our environment and for concrete actions on its behalf.