Loving, Creative God,

As you looked over all that you had made, you declared it good,

and it is good,

We see that goodness when we pause to enjoy your creation in all its vastness

be that on a mountain top, enjoying a breath-taking sunrise, or sunset,

or watching the waves roll in across the beach..

We see your goodness in the small things too, a flower opening, or,

the potential held in a tiny seed planted in hope.

LOVING, CREATIVE GOD, WE GIVE YOU THANKS FOR YOUR CREATION

In Jesus you taught us not to strive for more, but to consider the lilies of the field,

TO BE MIDFUL THAT WE ARE NOT THE CREATOR

So, forgive us when we act irresponsibly towards all that you have made,

when we muddle greed and need

and live selfishly.

LOVING, CREATIVE GOD

HAVE MERCY ON US

Forgive us when we turn a blind eye to the needs of the earth,

and to the lives of those vulnerable to the ravages of our changing climate

LOVING, CREATIVE GOD

HAVE MERCY ON US

Then help us to live better lives,

caring for the earth,

caring for the rivers and seas,

caring for the air,

caring for the animals, birds, fish and insects who not only share this world,

but upon whom the earth depends.

TEACH US YOUR WAYS,

THAT WE MIGHT TURN FROM CARELESS THOUGTS,

FROM THOUGHTLESS DEED,

FROM EMPTY SPEECH,

AND HELP US TO RECIEVE YOUR FORGIVENESS,

FOR YOU ALONE CAN SET US FREE,

BLESSED AGAIN TO BE A BLESSING

AMEN