Pope, in document on climate crisis, criticizes science ‘deniers’
VATICAN CITY — After warning the world against ignoring the cries of the earth and the poor with his 2015 encyclical, “Laudato Si’, On Care for Our Common Home,” Pope … Learn More
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What we hope for from the new ‘Laudato si”
Eight years have passed since the release of Pope Francis’ groundbreaking encyclical, Laudato si’. The document has undeniably contributed to raising awareness of environmental issues within the Catholic community and … Learn More
US Catholic dioceses are leading the ‘green revolution’
Many Catholics, increasingly aware of the environmental impact of fossil fuels, are at the forefront of a “green revolution,” heeding the call of several popes to explore and implement alternatives. … Learn More
War against creation must stop, pope says in message for day of prayer
Editor’s note: The World Day of Prayer for Creation, which will be celebrated Sept. 1, marks the start of the ecumenical Season of Creation. VATICAN CITY — People must end the “senseless … Learn More
Laudato Si’ Animators Program forms Catholic advocates for ‘ecological conversion’
Editor’s note: The World Day of Prayer for Creation, which will be celebrated Sept. 1, marks the start of the ecumenical Season of Creation. Terrence Thompson’s work gives him an up-close view … Learn More
Pope confirms ‘second Laudato Si” will be an apostolic exhortation
VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis confirmed plans to publish a “second Laudato Si’,” which is expected to update and expand on his 2015 encyclical on the environment. Greeting visitors in … Learn More
‘Attend to the planet and poor,’ Pope Francis urges college students
In his first encounters with young people ahead of his arrival at World Youth Day later in the day, Pope Francis on Thursday urged his audiences to use their knowledge … Learn More
War against creation must stop, pope says in message for day of prayer
VATICAN CITY — People must end the “senseless war against creation” and help victims of environmental and climate injustice, Pope Francis said. “We must do this by resolving to transform … Learn More
Want to lower your carbon footprint? The Archdiocese now has a plan for that
Guide gives parishioners suggestions on how they can help the planet.
Students donate to ocean conservancy with prize funds won for ‘recycled’ scarecrow
Lacordaire Academy students have donated $500 to their favorite charity after creating an environmentally-friendly scarecrow with a message about recycling that took first place in a Montclair contest. Recently, students … Learn More
