Lesson Plan: Making Prayer Flags for Earth Day
This artistic and creative activity engages students and/or young adults in a reflection on the Church’s teaching on the environment and encourages them to celebrate the gift of God’s creation in observance of Earth Day by creating their own prayer flags to fly either at home or at school. The lesson plan includes:
- Overview & objective of this activity
- List of materials needed
- Step by step directions
- Background on Prayer Flags
In addition, click here for selected excerpts of Renewing the Earth needed for this activity.
In his encyclical Laudato Si’, Pope Francis calls for urgent action to address environmental degradation and the social injustices that accompany climate change. The encyclical emphasizes the interconnectedness of all creation, urging global efforts to protect our planet for future generations. This message aligns perfectly with the resources offered in the Earth Day Toolbox, a comprehensive guide for integrating Catholic Social Teaching (CST) into environmental advocacy.
The Earth Day Toolbox provides a wealth of materials—prayers, reflections, and action plans—that empower schools, communities, and organizations to promote sustainability. Resources like the Care for Creation litany and An Inconvenient Sequel discussion guide offer practical steps for individuals and groups to engage with Laudato Si’ and foster a deeper commitment to integral ecology.
As Pope Francis reminds us, “everything is connected,” and our efforts to protect the Earth must also prioritize the dignity of the most vulnerable communities. By integrating these resources into Earth Day observances and everyday actions, Catholics worldwide can unite to combat climate change and safeguard God’s creation.
