Gratitude

 From our Ursuline JPIC Team

November, a month of Gratitude!!

 

The vast number of Americans are immigrants or descendants of immigrants and we have much to learn from the Indigenous People who were here before we arrived. So as we celebrate Native American Heritage Month and move toward our Thanksgiving holiday, let's reflect on gratitude which is so central to indigenous cultures. Let's be thankful for the earth beneath our feet, the waterways that connect us and quench our thirsts, the plants and animals that provide our food and clothing and for everyone who is part of the fabric of this country. We are all connected and we give thanks for the contributions of each and every one to this country! As we reflect with gratitude, we also recall that the 30th UN climate conference will take place this November in Belém, Brazil. It will bring together world leaders, scientists, non-governmental organizations, and civil society to discuss priority actions  to tackle climate change. COP30 will focus on the efforts needed to limit the global temperature increase to 1.5°C, the presentation of new national action plans (NDCs) and the progress on the finance pledges made at COP29. COP 30 Prayer At a time when so many men and women are already suffering from the consequences of global warming, touch our hearts! At a time when everyone, young and old, individuals, communities and states, must make concrete commitments, draw us into Your surge of love! At a time when all of humanity is called upon to tune up for its own future, send us Your Spirit! Amen.