Concern for the environment thus needs to be joined to a sincere love for our fellow human beings and an unwavering commitment to resolving the problems of society.
Laudato Si
Called to Ecological Conversion
by Sister Caroljean Willie, SC | April 25, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
One of the themes threaded throughout Laudato Si’ is the need for an ecological conversion.
The Value of Everyone
by Donna Geernaert, SC | April 11, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
In today’s world where countless organisms have been destroyed or are under threat, the cross of Christ reveals God’s redemptive co-suffering with creation in all its complexity, struggle and pain.
Integral Ecology and Universal Solidarity
by Owen Smith | March 21, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
All is connected. This concept, examined at length in Laudato Si, is critically important to Catholics and all people who seek to address the crises gripping our world without abandoning our humanity.
In Search of Dignity
by Bill Hurley | March 7, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
We as human beings, throughout the world, are faced with a problem that should be causing each of us to search inside ourselves and ask “am I responsible for someone’s loss of dignity?”
The FHA & Laudato Si’ – The Famvin Homeless Alliance and Laudato Si’ (and III)
by Vincentian Homeless Alliance | Nov 1, 2020 | News
The following is Part 3 of a reflection on our Pope’s words and a consideration of how Laudato Si’ both informs and affirms the work of the Famvin Homeless Alliance.
Vincentians & Laudato Si’ – The Famvin Homeless Alliance and Laudato Si’ (II)
by Vincentian Homeless Alliance | Oct 25, 2020 | News
The following is Part 2 of a reflection on our Pope’s words and a consideration of how Laudato Si’ both informs and affirms the work of the Famvin Homeless Alliance.
Ladies of Charity write to Congress
by John Freund, CM | Sep 23, 2015 | International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity, News
The Ladies of Charity write to Congress in the hope that Congress can work together to protect our environment. They adopted a resolution at the National Assembly on September 19, 2015 standing with the Holy Father in his call to protect our common home and address...
Daughter of Charity thinks globally but acts locally
by John Freund, CM | Sep 21, 2015 | Daughters of Charity, News
A Daughter of Charity thinks globally but acts locally. PACIFIC Islanders face a real problem every day which is becoming more serious as the increasing detrimental effects of climate become more keenly felt. The following is taken from the Fiji Times. A simple act of...
Labor Day and Laudato Si
by John Freund, CM | Sep 2, 2015 | Formation
The US Bishops are drawing the connection between Labor Day and Laudato Si. Families have been receiving a lot of attention recently. In his encyclical, Laudato Si', Pope Francis teaches that of all the groups that play a role in the welfare of society and help ensure...
Will you pray for creation?
by John Freund, CM | Sep 1, 2015 | Formation
Pope Francis has asked all to prayer for creation on September 1. Pope Francis wishes to remind us that: “Christians are called to an ecological conversion whereby the effects of their encounter with Jesus Christ become evident in their relationship with the world...
“The Human Face of Climate Change”
by John Freund, CM | Aug 23, 2015 | News, Vincentian Family
In "The Human Face of Climate Change" Sr. Caroljean Willie shares the significant work that is being done by members of the Sisters of Charity Federation. She speaks first about Pope Francis’ encyclical, Laudato Sí, which accents both the challenges and...
Pope calls for World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation
by John Freund, CM | Aug 11, 2015 | News
The Vatican on Aug. 10 announced a World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation, the latest move by Pope Francis to push environmental issues up the global agenda. The World Day will be celebrated annually on Sept. 1, in line with the Orthodox Church’s day for the...
Vincentian universities and “Laudato Si”
by John Freund, CM | Aug 6, 2015 | News
Three Vincentian universities continue to move ahead on climate issues. DePaul's Sustainability Efforts Aim To Produce Eco-Friendly Entrepreneurs For DePaul University, sustainability innovation goes hand in hand with one of the school's major strengths:...
Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth on “Laudato Si”
by John Freund, CM | Aug 3, 2015 | News, Sisters of Charity
The Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth have spoken out on Laudato Si. In a July 2 article that just came to our attention, the Leavenworth Diocesan paper ran an article "Local Catholics weigh in on ‘Laudato Sí’" Jessica Langdon (jessica.langdon@theleaven.org) wrote...
Daughters of Charity contemplate connection of all living things
by John Freund, CM | Jul 25, 2015 | Daughters of Charity, Formation
The encyclical, “Laudato Si,’” speaks of the mystical and sacramental connection of all living things with God. They have prepared a photo reflection on some of those phrases. Here is a sample The ideal is not only to pass from the exterior to the interior to discover...