Environment
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The Catholic Church brings a distinct perspective to the discussion of environmental questions, by lifting up the moral dimensions of these issues and the needs of the most vulnerable among us. This unique contribution is rooted in Catholic teaching calling us to care for creation and for "the least of these." (Mt 25:40) Of particular concern to the Church is how environmental problems and our response to these challenges will affect poor and vulnerable people at home and around the world.
The Environmental Justice Program (EJP) in association with the National Religious Partnership for the Environment (NRPE), is pleased to introduce a new initiative called the Laudato Si’ Advocates Program. The Program is designed to equip college-age individuals with skills to advocate for legislation that promotes the integral ecology described in Laudato Si’. Advocates receive a small stipend, attend a training summit in Washington, D.C., and receive instruction in advocacy. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply now!Laudato Si: On Care For Our Common Home
On Care for Our Common Home (Laudato Si') is the new appeal from Pope Francis addressed to "every person living on this planet" for an inclusive dialogue about how we are shaping the future of our planet. Pope Francis calls the Church and the world to acknowledge the urgency of our environmental challenges and to join him in embarking on a new path. This encyclical is written with both hope and resolve, looking to our common future with candor and humility. Read the encyclical here...
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