Pope Francis Releases Encyclical on Ecology, Laudato Si’
‘On Care for Our Common Home’
The Vatican has released Pope Francis’s encyclical letter on ecology, Laudato Si’. In what he calls “our common home,” Pope Francis calls us to understand our place here on Earth among the deeply connected creatures of God’s creation.
A Call to Care for Our Common Home
Most of all, Pope Francis calls us to care for the Earth and its people. He calls us to:
- Lead simpler lives that are more authentic and less driven by consumption.
- Understand our role among all of God’s creation.
Resources
- Encyclical Letter, Laudato Si’, of the Holy Father Francis, on Care for our Common Home
- Catholic Climate Covenant
- Laudato Si’ Media Conference Live Stream