The blizzard was coming down in full force at this point. I again questioned whether this was a bad idea. After driving several miles on a snowy backroad and my car slipping a couple times, I thought about turning around. But something in me kept me going. By Adam Henrichs, Creatio Executive Director Solo camping! […]
It is hard to gaze on the majesty of a snow-capped mountain, on the beauty of a sunset, or the subtle glory of a hummingbird and not be captivated with a sense of wonder and awe at the grandeur of the natural world. Catholic Earth Day Reflections Respect, and yes, even sincere affection for […]
We can all engage with our faith and common belief to have a civil and productive discussion and action in caring for our God’s gorgeous work of art: Creation. How Botany Could Save the World Social Distancing with John Muir in My Own Backyard As I step outside my kitchen door and take in a […]
“Truthfully, I believe this Creatio Experience changed me as I know it also changed my relationship with the Lord.” While most trips are often forgotten about after a short time, I can honestly say the “high” of the trip wore off shortly after mission (as it generally does) but that is not to say my […]
Giving drink to the thirsty! Hear the reflections on a recent Creatio Adventure Mission to Huaraz, Peru by Eric Robinson of Polycarp’s Paradigm. Eric shares on what lead him to join Creatio on this mission and his encounter with Christ through his fellow missionaries and the locals. Ever wonder why we are called to mission? […]
“Praise be to you, my Lord, through all your creatures” – St. Francis Whether as a student in environmental studies or a lay Catholic trying to navigate the current social climate, there are some days that I just look at the colossus of environmentalism and doubt where to start. From the extremely political messages […]
Gandalf: “You’ll have a tale or two to tell when you come back.” Bilbo: “You can promise that I’ll come back?” Gandalf: “No. And if you do, you will not be the same.” -from The Hobbit, by J.R.R. Tolkien When was the last time you had an adventure? Did you go for a camping trip […]