Season of Creation Gathering 2026: Listen, Reflect and Act
Each year, Christians around the world mark the Season of Creation from 1 September to 4 October, a time of prayer, reflection and action for our common home. In 2026, Catholic Earthcare is inviting Catholics across Australia to come together for a special opportunity to learn, connect and respond to this call through the Catholic Earthcare Season of Creation Gathering, taking place online on 3-4 September 2026.
This endorsed Caritas Australia initiative, with the support of the Bishops Commission for Social Justice, Mission and Service and delivered in partnership with Catholic Religious Australia, will bring together people from across the Australian Church to explore how faith can inspire ecological action and hope.
What is the Season of Creation Gathering?
The Gathering is a two-day online event designed to help Catholics deepen their understanding of integral ecology, strengthen their response to ecological and social challenges, and discover practical ways to care for creation within their communities and ministries.
Centred on the theme Listen, Reflect and Act, the program includes keynote presentations, theological and formation sessions, practical workshops and inspiring examples of ecological leadership from across Australia and beyond.
Day One focuses on formation and learning through keynote presentations. Day Two offers practical workshops designed to support action in local communities, schools and ministries.
Who is the Gathering for?
The Gathering is open to anyone interested in responding to the call to care for our common home. Participants may include people involved in:
Dioceses and parishes.
Catholic schools and education offices.
Catholic healthcare providers.
Religious institutes.
Social service organisations.
Environmental and social justice ministries.
Whether you are just beginning your Earthcare journey or already leading sustainability initiatives, there is something for everyone.
Why should I attend?
The Gathering provides a unique opportunity to:
Learn from Catholic leaders,
practitioners and experts
Deepen your understanding
of faith, ecology and justice
Explore practical actions you can take
in your ministry, school, parish, organisation or local context
Connect with others
committed to caring for our common home across Australia
At a time when significant environmental and social challenges continue to affect communities around the world, the Gathering offers a space for hope, learning and collaboration in care for our common home.
Register Today
Join Catholics from across Australia this Season of Creation and discover how we can respond together with faith, hope and action.
