Wise Words For Today
The protection of Earth’s vitality, diversity and beauty is a sacred trust. It is the responsibility of every human being.
Season of Creation 1 Sept – 4 Oct
24 April Reflection
What are your hopes and dreams for the future of our world, for our planet? What part can you play in bringing your hopes and dreams to fruition?
Interfaith Prayer for Creation
Can you spot Esmey Herscovitch RSCJ at the Respect Creation interfaith prayer vigil in Sydney’s Martin Place? The vigil was organised by the Faith Ecology Network which brings together people from eleven different faith traditions. Meditations and prayers were led by representatives from the Aboriginal, Anglican, Shia Muslim, Uniting Church, Sikh, Buddhist, Catholic, Jewish, Sunni Muslim, Quaker and Hindu communities. Chant, poems, songs and spoken prayers were used. The ‘Peace Angels’ embraced dance as a meditation. Over one hundred people participated in the Vigil. Some passing by were also welcomed and joined the event. For more information, visit the Faith Ecology Network website.
Social Awarenes that Impels to Action
The following criteria are used to assess the success with which a Sacred Heart schools has promoted a social awareness that impels to action: The School curricula, policies and practices offer students opportunities for reflection on, and evaluation of, society and its diverse values. The School encourages students to be involved in social justice programs. Students are encouraged to value and protect the natural environment through an awareness of ecological issues. Christian values form the basis of the Schools’ structures, curricula, policies and practice.