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Africans seek climate accord that respects their concerns
… Egypt, Senegal and Morocco," the report warned. After Pope Francis' June encyclical, "Laudato Si', on Care for Our Common Home," Bishop Emanuel Barbara of Malindi, Kenya, described …
Advent hope
… of peace forever. How our world needs justice and peace. Pope Francis in his encyclical Laudato Si’ gives a stark warning about the consequences of what we are doing to the environment, but he …
Why battling climate change requires a spiritual rebirth (COMMENTARY)
… Each religion must act swiftly and work with, not against, science. Pope Francis’ encyclical “ Laudato Si’ , on Care for Our Common Home” is a good example of this effort. Science too must work out of …
Morning Briefing
… released. Despite pressure to drop, theology courses (2) remain a requirement. Ilea Dileo: Laudato Si' and Vatican III …
In spite of terrorist attacks, COP21 climate talks push toward deal
… and will move forward with this," he told journalists on the papal plane in January. In " Laudato Si' , on Care for Our Common Home," Francis stated, "With regard to climate change, the advances …
Papal shoes join global pre-COP21 rallies for climate action
… -- black Oxfords with a laminated sign above them adorning Francis’ signature and the words “ Laudato Si’ ” -- joined thousands of other sneakers, slippers and pumps in a symbolic march at the Place …
Pope calls for eliminating carbon use, says failure in Paris would be 'catastrophic'
… he has made on environmental and global issues -- particularly his recent encyclical letter Laudato Si' -- he also expressed an urgency with his words, stating at one point that "we have still have …
Some Hondurans seek church help to fight government changes to land
… leaders have received training in human rights and environmental law. The papal encyclical "Laudato Si', on Care for Our Common Home," is next on the curriculum. Training and other activities are …
In Kenya, Francis calls for healing of divisions through tolerance, reconciliation
… of a just and equitable social order," he said, referencing his recent encyclical letter Laudato Si' . "There can be no renewal of our relationship with nature, without a renewal of humanity …
Planting good seeds in the fertility of the mind: Rise up to the Paris climate pledge
… indigenous rights and equality of women. Coming on the heels of the Papal Encyclical of Laudato Si' , a Muslim call by global leaders on climate change, strong statements by the Dalai Lama …
Turkson invites world’s bishops to support Global Climate March
… events planned. “This would surely help to reinforce the humble and peaceable spirit of Laudato si’ , and it would spiritually express communion with the universal Church,” Turkson wrote. The …
Whom to Trust?
… change denial bandwagon. The Acton Institute led the charge against Pope Francis’ encyclical Laudato Si’, which should not surprise when you realize that the organization has received millions of …
Francis' Africa trip a visit to those 'most suffering,' push for peace
… of our world, especially the world of the poor," said Barbara. "He did this in his encyclical Laudato Si' ; now he continues to hammer his Christian view on the environment," said the bishop. Francis …
US cardinal endorses Catholic climate petition as signatures eclipse 600,000
… but especially the poor and most vulnerable people among us. Inspired by Pope Francis and the Laudato Si' encyclical, we call on you to drastically cut carbon emissions to keep the global temperature …
Bishops pass 'Faithful Citizenship,' some call for new document
… that gathering, which occurred before the release of the encyclical on the environment, " Laudato Si' , on Care for Our Common Home" and before the whirlwind September visit by Francis to the …
Caritas: Pendulum of COP 21 must swing in favor of the poor
… adapt their lives and farming techniques or else leave their homes. Pope Francis’ encyclical “ Laudato Si’ , on Care for Our Common Home” strongly emphasizes our responsibility toward caring for …
Francis’ priorities vs. the priorities of the U.S. bishops
… He freely criticizes capitalism and globalization for not helping the poor. His encyclical, Laudato Si’ , has also inspired Christians and non-Christians to be concerned about our common home, …
Catholics to U.N. climate summit: Warmer temperatures are just part of the problem
… from St. Peter's Square at the Vatican, Sano briefly met Pope Francis, whose encyclical, " Laudato Si' , on Care for Our Common Home," champions how a change of heart is necessary to protect the …
Before 'Laudato Si'' Appalachian pastorals explored themes of mining in the mountains
… Brian O'Donnell … COMMENTARY … From all the rich content of Pope Francis’ encyclical “ Laudato Si’ , on Care for Our Common Home” regarding theological and scriptural understandings of …
Eco-encyclical poses focal questions for future of coal regions
… represent important components of advancing Pope Francis’ environmental encyclical, “ Laudato Si’ , on Care for Our Common Home,” they make up only a piece of the conversation. …