O Lord, our Creator, you imposed a
duty on all human beings to work together
to build up the world. Help us to develop
the earth by the work of our hands and
with the aid of technology in order that it
may bear fruit and become a dwelling
worthy of the whole human family. When
we do this or consciously take part in the
life of social groups, we are carrying out
your plan manifested at the beginning of
time that we should subdue the earth,
perfect creation, and develop ourselves.
Let us realise that we are also obeying
Christ’s command to place ourselves at
the service of others in bringing forth a
more human world, through your Son
Jesus Christ in the unity of the Holy Spirit.