Our Catholic Faith

God of all creation

You have given us the beautiful land we call Australia.

Rich in ancient culture and tradition,

Rich in landscape, plants and animal life;

Rich in resources, laws and social structure,

Offering safety and opportunity.

Teach us to see those who are at our gates,

To act justly so all may come to the table and

To weep for those who perish before they are invited.

Where there is hunger in our world

May we share our food and resources

and contribute our skills and knowledge

to create a sustainable food supply.

Where there is disaster

May we respond quickly and generously

To bring relief to those injured and deprived of homes

and help them to rebuild their lives and communities.

Where there are people who are disabled

May we see them first as people

and work tirelessly to ensure they are always included

and have the resources to reach their full potential.

Where people are displaced from their own lands,

Especially those who seek refuge on our shores,

May we dare to put ourselves in their shoes

And welcome them to share in the life gifted to us.

Where Indigenous communities are displaced in their own land,

May we acknowledge the wrongs of the past,

Recognise the richness of their culture

And empower all Indigenous Peoples

to determine their own future.

God of all creation

Give us clear eyes to see the whole world

So that we may never take for granted the gifts you have given

Or think they belong to us alone.

Give us open hearts to reach out from our comfort

and open our gates

To walk in new solidarity with our neighbours.

We make this prayer through Jesus Christ, your son, who brings harmony to our lives.

Amen