Divestment from fossil fuels is one way to "look at how one applies the teachings" of "Laudato Si'."

The bishops are condemning the exploitation of land and indigenous peoples by Canadian mining companies operating in Latin America and other regions.

Meteorologists say spring 2017 was Italy's third-driest in some 60 years. The drought has put Rome at risk for drastic water rationing, a measure being considered later this week by authorities.

On issues that have become hallmarks of the Francis papacy, notably care of creation and the global refugee crisis, Mrs. Gingrich had difficulty explaining how she might engage the Vatican, given Mr. Trump’s views.

Allowing the pipeline through the property would run contrary to the congregation's Land Ethic.

Activists see a moral imperative for protecting our water.