Earth Day: Exploring the Canticle of the Creatures and the Land of St. Francis Springs
Join us for a celebration of 21 years of St. Francis Springs Prayer Center, Earth Day, and the faithfulness of God. This year, Larry Petrovick will lead our Earth Day presentations.
St. Francis had a deep relationship, a kinship with Creation—with both the living and nonliving creatures of the natural world. During this retreat, we will have opportunity to explore the Canticle, the Land of St. Francis Springs, and other invitations that speak to us. We’ll be invited to listen to one another, to be in silence, and to encounter nature outdoors or indoors. We’ll reflect on images or stories and have the opportunity to journal and share thoughts in small groups and in a large group setting. The Canticle of the Creatures and the Land of St. Francis Springs are alive with the wisdom of St. Francis and the Bible. Come be a part of this one-of-a-kind exploration.
Schedule
10am - Mass to celebrate 21st anniversary of SFSPC
11:30-12:30 - Morning session
12:30-1:30 - Lunch
1:30-3pm - Afternoon Session
About our facilitator, Larry Petrovick:
The heart of Larry’s spiritual journey is integrating his experience as a conservationist with his appreciation of St. Francis of Assisi. He is a member of St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Raleigh, NC, has served in Creation Care Ministries and as a farm coach, and has been a long-time volunteer at St. Francis Springs Prayer Center. During his 40-year career as a conservationist, Larry worked to conserve the natural world in various roles in wildlife, forestry, agriculture, and conservation agencies in government. As a Courage and Renewal Facilitator, and through his Inspiring Courage Consulting LLC, he consults with nonprofits, faith communities, and businesses, to help them understand and apply lessons from the natural world that can mutually benefit the human-earth relationship. He has led spiritual formation retreats for over 30 years.
Cost
Suggested Donation: $25