Isaiah 32:14-18 vividly describes the results of human estrangement from Creation. He portrays a desolate Creation devoid of peace, due to injustice and a broken relationship with God. The Season of Creation 2025 logo projects a hopeful message however, through a Garden of Peace where a dove carries an olive branch to bring new life to a land devastated by human exploitation. This image comes from the Biblical story of the flood where the dove is the blessed messenger returning to the ark with an olive branch, signalling that the flood is receding and that peace and reconciliation with God can begin.
Today, as in the beginning of the Biblical story of the flood, “the earth is filled with violence” (Genesis 6:13) and many human activities contribute to the destruction of Creation. Human impact has expanded from local to global, resulting in unsustainable lifestyles, excessive consumption, lasting pollution, and a throwaway culture. But like in Noah’s time, there is hope for a peaceful Earth—through prayer, active faith, and reconciliation with Creation and the Creator, in repentance and solidarity. Isaiah 32:17 says “The effect of righteousness will be peace; and the result of righteousness, quietness, and trust forever.
The BC Synod Climate Justice Action Group invites Lutheran congregations to celebrate the global and ecumenical initiative “Season of Creation” this Fall. The theme, “Peace with Creation,” calls us to protect and nurture Creation in peace, working in partnership with others and passing this responsibility on to future generations. Season of Creation starts September 1st, the World Day of Prayer for Creation, and ends October 4th, the day of the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi. Please look up the upcoming 2025 Celebration Guide at https://seasonofcreation.org/
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