This week on “Inside the Vatican,” host Colleen Dulle and veteran Vatican correspondent Gerard O’Connell unpack Pope Francis’ message to the leaders at COP26 and how the pope understands his role in the climate movement.
Laudato Si’
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Pope Francis and 40 faith leaders call for urgent action to combat climate change: ‘Future generations will never forgive us’
In an unprecedented response to the “grave threat” facing all peoples worldwide from climate change, Pope Francis and some 40 faith leaders have joined in an appeal for urgent action.
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No surprise: Nuns are taking the lead in putting ‘Laudato Si’’ into action
For many women religious, the Laudato Si’ Action Platform is an opportunity to be creative, writes Kathleen Bonnette, as well as a way to disprove the alarmist idea that their communities are fading into obscurity.
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Pope Francis asks every Catholic to join a new grassroots movement to save the environment
Pope Francis asked everyone to join a new global grassroots movement to create a more inclusive, fraternal, peaceful and sustainable world.
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Pope Francis and John Kerry meet to discuss climate change
As the U.S. special presidential envoy for climate, John Kerry met privately with Pope Francis on May 15 to discuss climate initiatives and other issues.
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Pope Francis on Earth Day: People must care for creation or face self-destruction
Humanity either must live up to its responsibility or continue on a path of self-destruction, Pope Francis said, commemorating Earth Day with a video message.
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Finished Laudato Si’? Now watch, read and listen to this.
Here are our recommendations for literature, music, podcasts and art to further deepen your own loving relationship with God’s magnificent, interconnected creation.
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Microplastics are toxic to fetal development—a reminder that the environment is a pro-life issue, too.
Tiny pieces of plastic waste, already found at the top of Mount Everest and the bottom of the ocean, may now have a toehold in the human womb, writes Kathleen Bonnette.
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Pope Francis says Earth can’t be ‘squeezed like an orange’
The predominant global economic system is “unsustainable,” particularly in its impact on the environment, Pope Francis said.
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Voting Catholic: Is environmental justice on the ballot?
A highly politicized issue that is central to the teaching of Pope Francis. The science and the moral framework are clear. Will American Catholics respond at the voting booth?