Wow! This week in WHY CATHOLIC we are invited to stand within the gift and awesomeness of creation— the first revelation of the mystery of God. This same gift of creation floods our lives daily—if only we have eyes to see—and calls us to faithfulness!
ENVIRONMENT: have on your prayer table an assortment of gifts from creation—and invite participants to tell how any of the items speaks to him/her of life and God…example: soil from garden, blooming flower, bowl of water, stone, a bowl of seeds…
CONSIDER THESE QUESTIONS. Perhaps begin with the first one…even before you read Reflection 1 Ø What most strikes you or impresses you about creation? How does it speak to you of God? How is creation mystery?
After Reflection 1 these additional questions might be helpful.
Ø How would you describe to someone the RIGHT RELATIONSHIPS that the opening story of Genesis calls us to?
Ø What truths do you think the writer of this theological hymn (the first creation story) most wants us to understand—about God and about human life—as well as all created things? (notice repetitions—a good clue)
Ø The writer makes reference to the ways we have damaged the order and harmony of nature. In what specific ways can I be a part of the healing of the earth?
Ø Faith and Science—how do you as a Catholic see the two in relationship? How or why is this relationship sometimes fraught with tension?
Ø You are created holy in God. Made in the image of God ! Can you believe it! Who or what helps you be in touch with your own goodness?
MOST OF ALL ENJOY THE REFLECTION ON GOD REACHING OUT TO US AT ALL TIMES IN THE MYSTERY OF CREATION!
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