Guided with this year’s theme, “Listen to the Voice of Creation,” the Stella Maris Academy of Davao (SMAD) community launched the Season of Creation last September 1, 2022.
From September 1st to October 4th, 2022, this season is the “time of grace that the Church offers to humanity to renew its relationship with the Creator and with creation, through celebration, conversion and commitment together.”
The Burning of the Bush
Symbolizing the Season of Creation 2022, the burning of the bush emphasizes the importance of caring for the planet. With today’s prevalence of crises in nature, people are called to listen to the voice of creation.
Exchange of Potted Plant
As humans, it is a shared responsibility to take good care of God’s creation. The Exchange of Potted Plant is a symbol of commitment and responsibility to look after, nurture, and care for the environment.
Panunumpa ng mga Marisian
Towards the end of the launching, the SMAD community recited the Panunumpa ng mga Marisian to remind each one of the commitment to listen to the voice of creation.
By Lezel Picardal