"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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Mercy and the guys A training program for wastewater operators may help us understand what Pope Francis is getting at in proposing ecological protection as a work of mercy |
Sep 13, 2016 |
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Let us pray, for God’s gift of creation The World Day of Prayer for Care of Creation is tomorrow, Thursday, September 1st, and there’s a lot happening |
Aug 31, 2016 |
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A “Season of Creation” and the Fourth Eucharistic Prayer One noted liturgical expert cautions against a new liturgical season to celebrate creation. |
Aug 24, 2016 |
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Pope Francis: “Human Ecology” is a matter of life In announcing the new head of two Vatican bodies dedicated to life and the family, the Holy Father continues the work of his predecessors |
Aug 18, 2016 |
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What price for water? A study about toxins in water supplies reminds us of the basic needs of life, civilization |
Aug 11, 2016 |
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A time to celebrate creation—at Mass For the second year, the Church embraces the upcoming Season of Creation to call attention to the needs of all life, eco-protection |
Aug 6, 2016 |
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The gift that keeps on giving Laudato Si' was a big hit at #WYD2016, which goes to show the mainstream place of ecology in the Catholic Church |
Aug 1, 2016 |
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If you read one piece about Laudato Si' this anniversary ... Dr. Chad C. Pecknold summarizes Laudato Si' one-year birthday with clarity and in the light of Catholic orthodoxy |
Jun 20, 2016 |
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My parish school went solar today What better way to celebrate the one-year anniversary of Laudato Si’ then to bless and turn on a 50kW solar array at your parish school? |
Jun 13, 2016 |
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GCCM’s “Eco-Parish Guide” is about to change everything The Global Catholic Climate Movement releases its practical how-to guide to help parishes bring Laudato Si’ to life |
May 20, 2016 |
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What’s your plan for LS+1? Plans are underway across the globe to keep Laudato Si’ alive well after its one-year anniversary. |
May 11, 2016 |
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Earth Day is about seeing creation, not nature There’s a reminder in Laudato Si’ that we must keep front and center this Earth Day and every day |
Apr 22, 2016 |
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Pope Francis is "giving people hope" NASA scientist and Catholic Climate Covenant ambassador Anthony Strawa knows why we should be concerned about climate change, and why we have hope |
Apr 18, 2016 |
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Amoris Laetitia and Laudato Si’: United by the same truths Pope Francis’s just released apostolic exhortation on the family has much in common with last year’s eco-encyclical |
Apr 8, 2016 |
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Prepping for Laudato Si's one-year anniversary The past few months offer hints about how Rome will continue hammering home the wisdom of the eco-encyclical |
Apr 5, 2016 |
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Ecology and the Eucharist As we approach Holy Week, a critique and caution for Catholic ecologists |
Mar 17, 2016 |
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Checking in on St. Patrick's Day Lot's going on here at Catholic Ecology! |
Mar 17, 2016 |
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The eco-implications of the Seven Deadly Sins A talk by Bishop Robert Barron provides a primer for Catholic ecologists on what's at the root of our ecological and social ills |
Feb 28, 2016 |
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Remembering Sister Dorothy Stang A new documentary brings Laudato Si' alive by recounting the life and execution of Sister Stang |
Feb 23, 2016 |
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Lent made simple (and tasty) with Fair Trade Catholic Relief Services is urging us to think and trade fairly this Lent, this Easter, and always |
Feb 9, 2016 |
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Catholic Ecology posts my regular column in the Rhode Island Catholic, as well as scientific and theological commentary about the latest eco-news, both within and outside of the Catholic Church. What is contained herein is but one person's attempt to teach and defend the Church's teachings - ecological and otherwise. As such, I offer all contents of this blog for approval of the bishops of the Church. It is my hope that nothing herein will lead anyone astray from truth.
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