(There are 2 liturgies, one for all masses, and one for the 9 am mass only. Both are given below separately.) Liturgy, Prayer of the faithful For 7th September 2025 Introduction Today we celebrate the 'Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation.' Pope Leo XIV reminds us that the theme for this tenth anniversary is 'Seeds of Peace and Hope.' He says: 'In Christ, we too are seeds-seeds of peace and hope… Together with prayer, determination and concrete actions are necessary.' As we offer 'the fruit of the earth and work of human hands' in this Eucharist, let us pray that we are strengthened to be stewards of all creation, heeding the call of Laudato Si'." Prayer of the faithful Celebrant : God's word is a lamp for our steps and a light for our path. Let us place before Him our petitions, trusting in His word, we pray, Response : Lord, hear our prayer. For the Church: For our Holy Father, bishops, priests, and religious: that they may always guide and govern the Church based on the sound principles of faith found in God's Word… we pray to the Lord .... Response For those affected with floods: For our brothers and sisters affected by severe flooding in North India: that God, who has power over the winds and the sea, may bring them safety, relief, and swift consolation in their time of crisis… we pray to the Lord .... Response For a renewed commitment to care for creation: that our Eucharistic celebration today will move us to concrete action, inspiring us to become better stewards of the earth's resources and to protect our common home for future generations…we pray to the Lord .... Response For the sick: For all those affected by illness, that the Word of God may be a source of hope, healing, and consolation for them in difficult times… we pray to the Lord .... Response For our community in this novena: That we, who are celebrating this novena, may be strengthened by God's Word to live as faithful stewards of His creation and true children of God… we pray to the Lord .... Response (Pray for community and personal needs.... we pray to the Lord....) Celebrant : Most provident God, you graciously give us all good gifts. Teach us to care for our earth; to till the soil responsibly, to keep our air pure, to free our waters from pollution, and to respect the rights of all species. We make this prayer through Christ our Lord. Amen. Prayer After Communion Novena Prayer: God our heavenly Father, the day of our salvation dawned when the Blessed Virgin gave birth to your Son, Christ our Lord, who released us from the ancient curse and made us blessed. As we celebrate her nativity and join now in constant prayer with her, we implore you to heal the sick, to comfort the sorrowful, to pardon sinners, and to grant our special petition. (mention your personal request) You have deigned to do great things for the Virgin Mary and brought her body and soul to the glory of heaven. Fill the hearts of your children with the hope of Christ's glory. We make this prayer through the intercession of our Blessed Mother, in the name of your Son, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever.   Amen. Liturgy for 9 am mass For 7th September 2025 Introduction Today we celebrate the 'Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation.' Pope Leo XIV reminds us that the theme for this tenth anniversary is 'Seeds of Peace and Hope.' He says: 'In Christ, we too are seeds-seeds of peace and hope… Together with prayer, determination and concrete actions are necessary.' As we offer 'the fruit of the earth and work of human hands' in this Eucharist, let us pray that we are strengthened to be stewards of all creation, heeding the call of Laudato Si'." Penitential Rite Celebrant : Brothers and sisters, as we begin our celebration, let us acknowledge our failures in caring for God's gift of creation and implore the Lord's pardon and healing, Lord Jesus, You created the Earth as a garden of life, yet we have harmed it with violence-the destruction of forests and our pollution. Lord, have mercy. Christ Jesus, You offer living water to all, yet we have allowed conflicts over rivers and springs, and have contaminated the waters that give life. Christ, have mercy. Lord Jesus, You came to bring justice and peace, yet our greed and overconsumption have led to exploitation, inequality, and the suffering of the poor and vulnerable. Lord, have mercy. Celebrant : May Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us our ecological sins, and lead us to everlasting life. Prayer of the faithful Celebrant : God's word is a lamp for our steps and a light for our path. Let us place before Him our petitions, trusting in His word, we pray, Response : Lord, hear our prayer. For the Church: For our Holy Father, our bishops, priests, and religious-that they may courageously guide the People of God to respond to the cry of the earth and the cry of the poor, and for all Christians, that our faith may inspire care for creation… we pray to the Lord .... Response For world leaders and peace: For leaders of nations and all in authority-that they may speak out against the exploitation of the earth's resources, work for environmental justice, and ease the burden of nations and communities most affected by climate change and conflict… we pray to the Lord .... Response For our parish community and our novena: For each of us who have begun this novena, and for our entire parish family-that even though we have been apart, our bonds of fellowship, rooted in the Gospel, may be strengthened as we work together to build a community of love, justice, and peace for all creation… we pray to the Lord .... Response For the sick and the suffering of the earth: For all those affected by illness, and for those suffering from the wounds we have inflicted on creation-that the Word of God may be a source of hope, healing, and consolation for them in difficult times… we pray to the Lord .... Response For our commitment and ingenuity: That we who share this Eucharist may use our technological inventiveness to undo the damage done to God's creation, to sustain nature's gifts, and to live as true prophets of a creation renewed in Christ… we pray to the Lord .... Response (Pray for community and personal needs.... we pray to the Lord....) Celebrant : Most provident God, you graciously give us all good gifts. Teach us to care for our earth; to till the soil responsibly, to keep our air pure, to free our waters from pollution, and to respect the rights of all species. We make this prayer through Christ our Lord. Amen. Offertory Procession (During the procession, a representative brings forward a potted plant.) Loving God, we bring before You this plant, a sign of your enduring life, nurtured in a planter lovingly made by recycling old religious items. What once served us in prayer and devotion now finds new life, nurturing creation and reminding us that nothing is wasted in Your hands. Bless this offering, that it may be a sign of renewal, reverence, and care for the Earth-our common home. May it inspire us to live as good stewards of Your gifts, rooted in faith and growing in love. Prayer After Communion Novena Prayer: God our heavenly Father, the day of our salvation dawned when the Blessed Virgin gave birth to your Son, Christ our Lord, who released us from the ancient curse and made us blessed. As we celebrate her nativity and join now in constant prayer with her, we implore you to heal the sick, to comfort the sorrowful, to pardon sinners, and to grant our special petition. (mention your personal request) You have deigned to do great things for the Virgin Mary and brought her body and soul to the glory of heaven. Fill the hearts of your children with the hope of Christ's glory. We make this prayer through the intercession of our Blessed Mother, in the name of your Son, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever.   Amen.