October 18, 2019

Photos: Season of Creation

The Archdiocese of Indianapolis joined Pope Francis in celebrating the Season of Creation this year with a coordinated tree planting effort at parishes, religious communities and schools throughout central and southern Indiana on Oct 4. More than 200 trees were planted. “The act of planting trees offers a tangible way for parishioners to experience a sense of interconnectedness with creation and what’s happening in the world,” said Deacon Michael Braun, archdiocesan director of Pastoral Ministries. He added it also broadens how people might view the feast of St. Francis of Assisi, which has traditionally focused on the blessing of animals. Pictured, below, members of the Sisters of St. Benedict surround a tree they planted on the the grounds of Our Lady of Grace Monastery in Beech Grove; left, children help plant one of seven trees on the property of St. Gabriel the Archangel Parish in Indianapolis. The parish also sent out 143 trees for parishioners to plant; right, Father Carlton Beever, right, pastor of St. Mary Parish in Indianapolis, and Francisco Ruiz plant a tree on the grounds of the faith community. (Submitted photos).

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Photos: Season of Creation

 

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