In anticipation of the 2025 World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation, Pope Francis has introduced the theme "Seeds of Peace and Hope." This announcement aligns with the Jubilee Year and commemorates the 10th anniversary of his encyclical, Laudato si'. The Season of Creation, an annual ecumenical event, will commence on September 1 with this theme and conclude on October 4, the feast of St. Francis of Assisi.

The chosen theme underscores the Pope's ongoing commitment to environmental stewardship and his call for collective efforts toward nurturing peace and hope through care for our common home. The Season of Creation offers a dedicated time for individuals and communities worldwide to engage in prayer and action focused on ecological responsibility.

This year's observance holds particular significance as it coincides with the Jubilee celebrations and reflects on a decade since the publication of Laudato si', a landmark document emphasizing the moral imperative of environmental conservation. The Vatican's Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development has highlighted the importance of this theme in fostering a renewed commitment to safeguarding creation.

As the global community prepares for the Season of Creation, the theme "Seeds of Peace and Hope" serves as a poignant reminder of the interconnectedness between environmental care and the pursuit of global harmony.