2. St. Francis is the patron saint of Ecology.
St Francis ( ) cared greatly about God’s creation and God’s people.
St. Francis is the patron saint of Ecology.

3. Canticle of the Sun
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CAPTION: children with lighted candles on the beach at Pujada Bay
Most High, all-powerful, all-good Lord, All praise is Yours, all glory, honour and blessings. To you alone, Most High, do they belong; no mortal lips are worthy to pronounce Your Name.

4. We praise You, Lord, for all Your creatures, especially for Brother Sun, who is the day through whom You give us light. And he is beautiful and radiant with great splendour, of You Most High, he bears your likeness.
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CAPTION: Pujada Bay at dawn

5. We praise You, Lord, for Sister Moon
and the stars, in the heavens you have made them bright, precious and fair.

6. We praise You, Lord, for Brothers Wind and Air, fair and stormy, all weather's moods, by which You cherish all that You have made.
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CAPTION: a rain storm

7. RAW41636 Nigeria
CAPTION: Hands cupping water. This family has benefited from a constant supply of water due to a rainwater catchment tank provided by CAFOD partner
We praise You, Lord, for Sister Water, so useful, humble, precious and pure.

8. We praise You, Lord, for Brother Fire, through whom You light the night.  He is beautiful, playful, robust, and strong.
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CAPTION: Seasonal fruit growing on the trees in a UK garden. Hearty, sustainable food growing, eco-friendly.
We praise You, Lord, for Sister Earth,  who sustains us with her fruits, coloured flowers, and herbs.

10. BGT29559 Philippines
We praise You, Lord, for all those who pardon, one another for the sake of God’s love. Blessed are those who endure in peace, by You Most High, they will be crowned.

11. We praise and bless You, Lord, and give You thanks, and serve You in all humility.
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12. cafod.org.uk/comeandsee
For more resources on the Stewardship of creation register at:
cafod.org.uk/comeandsee
Go to Year 5 Stewardship

13. Photographs: Soubrette/istock photo Illustration: Per Karlen