"We are losing our attitude of wonder, of contemplation, of listening to creation and thus we no longer manage to interpret within it what Benedict XVI calls 'the rhythm of the love-story between God and man.'"
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A game changer: Global bishops call for just, binding agreement at COP21 Presidents of global bishops conferences uphold common good, ask for decarbonization and care for the poor in dramatic appeal aimed at upcoming international climate talks in Paris |
Oct 26, 2015 |
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The rise of the Global South At the Synod of Families and in preparation of COP21, the Church of the Global South is decrying the excess of the West |
Oct 18, 2015 |
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The dawn (and promise) of global Catholic climate action In preparation for December’s UN climate talks, global Catholic alliances have come together to change the world |
Oct 13, 2015 |
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Back to nature goes viral A young Australian becomes an internet sensation by reminding us of the beauty of human ingenuity in sync with nature |
Oct 9, 2015 |
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Lessons from what the pope didn’t say Pope Francis has made a habit of a light touch with some issues while being specific about others. What can Catholic ecologists learn from his words thus far? |
Sep 25, 2015 |
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Pope Francis to Congress: the Golden Rule requires us to protect human life, creation The first pontiff to address a joint meeting of the US Congress asked for dialogue and sought to cheer on "the spirit of the American people." |
Sep 24, 2015 |
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Pope Francis: "A critical moment" Religious freedom, family, and climate change make the pope's inaugural address a guide for the days ahead |
Sep 23, 2015 |
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Four myths about Pope Francis in the United States With His Holiness landing soon in the USA, you’ll have lots of opportunities to correct the mistakes we’re hearing about the pope, his Church, and the Kingdom to come |
Sep 21, 2015 |
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Praying for (and beyond) Paris With #Pray4COP21, the Global Catholic Climate Movement launches bold, first-of-its kind global prayer campaign for December’s COP21 climate talks |
Sep 15, 2015 |
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Sowing the seeds of Laudato Si' Jason Adkins of the Minnesota Catholic Conference reflects on the challenges of sharing and living the words of Pope Francis |
Sep 14, 2015 |
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Laudato Si’ made real in Minnesota St. Paul, Minnesota’s University of St. Thomas welcomes church, state, and everyday folk for “Natural and Human Ecology: A Panel Discussion on Laudato Si’” |
Sep 10, 2015 |
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Loyola University Chicago hosts bold, school-wide chat about Laudato Si' "Caring for Our Common Home: Conversations on Ecology and Justice" takes place September 9th |
Sep 8, 2015 |
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Supporting our shepherds While some criticize US bishops for not doing enough to welcome Laudato Si’, others say there’s lots happening—and they’re working with their bishops to help. |
Sep 3, 2015 |
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Lessons from how not to observe the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation Why my observance of the day includes a very large fan |
Sep 1, 2015 |
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Polling Catholics A recent poll about American Catholics and Laudato Si' is the tip of the “what Catholics could do better” iceberg |
Aug 23, 2015 |
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The Season of Creation begins with prayer Pope Francis calls for a World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation on September 1st, which will kick off almost five weeks for heightened creation-care awareness |
Aug 19, 2015 |
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Lessons from a mother in old age Caring for Mother Earth takes on new meaning when you care for your earthly mom |
Aug 11, 2015 |
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Valuing the remains of the dead Revealing footage of Planned Parenthood's views of the dead should have ecologists up in arms |
Jul 22, 2015 |
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Welcoming the new magi While critics complain that Rome should not welcome those with different views, doing so is who we are as Christians |
Jul 18, 2015 |
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The Saint Kateri Tekakwitha Conservation Center A fledgling eco-group takes wing with the intercession of a great saint |
Jul 14, 2015 |
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