Mass Texts for “For the Care of Creation” / “Por el Cuidado de la creación”

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The Missal and Lectionary texts of the Mass “For the Care of Creation” / “Por el Cuidado de la creación” for use in the Dioceses of the United States of America were confirmed by decree of the Dicastery for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments on August 4, 2026 (Prot. n. 447/26).

English Texts
Spanish Texts

As a reminder, the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation is observed on Tuesday, September 1, 2026. Since this day is observed liturgically as a weekday of Ordinary Time, it is permissible to celebrate any Mass for Various Needs and Occasions, including the Mass “For the Care of Creation”. It may also be used at other times when the liturgical day permits the choice of a Mass for Various Needs and Occasions.

Additional resources for the World Day of Prayer are available from the USCCB here, with a bulletin insert in English and Spanish here.

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