Season of Creation for Kids
Each year from September 1 to October 4, the Christian family comes together for the Season of Creation, a worldwide celebration of prayer and action to protect our common home. We remember that the wellbeing of all people is interwoven with the wellbeing of the Earth and we embrace this opportunity to connect, protect and celebrate our common home and all who share it.
This year, the theme for the season is “Living Water”, with the symbol “Immersion in Living Water”, inspired by Ezekiel 47:9 and 12. The text, theme and symbol focus on our hope in God, and the comfort and healing God brings even when things seem dark. Of course, God is the source of this hope and healing but each of us have a role to play in making it a reality. Isn’t that wonderful! Through every caring action we get to be a part of God’s work in the world!
Check out the resources below to explore this wonderful Season of Creation with kids.
Bee's Wax Wraps
Create your own reusable beeswax or soy wax food wrap using cotton fabric.
Eggshell Grass Heads
Just as God helps seeds grow into plants, God nurtures all creation and helps us grow in faith, kindness, and love.
Old Fashioned 'Bubble and Squeak'
This is a yummy, old fashioned recipe that provides a great way to reduce waste, using leftovers from the fridge!
Bird Water Feeder
Through this activity, they will explore stewardship, kindness, and God's love for all living creatures.
Living Water Prayer Experience
God invites us to ‘dive into’ his living water’, to immerse ourselves in it and to share it with others!
Scavenger Hunt
During this Season of Creation, see how many of the people, animals and plants you can find evidence of.
Praising God in Creation Prayer Experience
This is a very simple way of praying that invites us to join in with creation, every leaf, bird, flower, all of it, as it gives worship to God!
Nature Art
Children use the natural resources to write a word or phrase that connects their hearts to God and reminds people who walk by of God's goodness in creation.
CONTACT THE TEAM
We’d love to talk to you more about how to engage children and families through ministry in your local context.
Chantale Wilson
Director
Charlotte Pitot
Project Officer
Carrie McCormack
Project Officer
Sam Sachse
Project Officer
childrenandfamilies@bne.catholic.net.au
Phone
07 3324 3440