“All of us can cooperate as instruments of God for the care of creation, each according to his or her own culture, experience, involvements and talents.” - Laudato Si', 14
On May 24, 2015, Pope Francis' encyclical Laudato Si', On Care for Our Common Home, was published. The Holy Father's words soon reached well beyond the visible boundaries of the Catholic Church and were widely praised by people of all faith traditions. The letter became a bridge for ecumenical and interreligious dialogue.
On its fifth anniversary, following the Regina Caeli, Pope Francis announced a special Laudato Si' Anniversary Year from May 24, 2020-May 24, 2021. This year is meant to be celebrated by all. The Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development has been charged with partnering with all, including those of other religious traditions, in the promotion of this Special Anniversary Year. The anniversary year will open with Laudato Si’ Week 2020, and will proceed with several initiatives, realized in partnership and with a clear emphasis on “ecological conversion” in “action”.
On January 25, 2021 the was released.
The guidebook is jointly published by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, Catholic Association of Diocesan Ecumenical and Interreligious Officers, and Catholic Climate Covenant
“This guide offers insights into how Catholics can bring the riches of the Catholic theological tradition to ecumenical and interreligious discussions and actions that uphold the dignity and sanctity of our environment.” — Most Reverend Joseph C. Bambera, Bishop of Scranton, Chairman, Bishops’ Committee on Ecumenical and Interreligious Affairs United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
Don't forget to check out CADEIO's Care for Creation Committee as they promote ecumenical and interreligious dialogue and cooperation around Laudato Si'.
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