Faith & Ecology

Creation Care, Ecology, Laudato si: Learn, Act Reflect

A Catholic response to the call of Laudato Si’ — to care for our common home with faith, action, and hope.

The Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development was created on August 17, 2016 from the union of four Pontifical Councils, according to the wishes that our Holy Father Pope Francis expressed in his Apostolic Letter, under the form of a Motu Proprio, Humanam Progressionem.

The four Councils are the Pontifical Council for Justice and Peace, the Pontifical Council for the Pastoral Care of Migrants and Itinerant People, the Pontifical Council Cor Unum and the Pontifical Council for Health Care Workers.

The new Dicastery is called to express the Church’s solicitude in the fields of justice, peace, the safeguarding of all of Creation, as well as in those that concern health and works of charity.

Ecology - Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development

1. Learn & Reflect

We invite you to explore the spiritual and moral foundations of ecological care in our Catholic tradition.
Includes:

Key Church documents
- (Laudato Si’, Fratelli Tutti, etc.)
Reflections, prayers, and Scripture passages
Curated articles, videos, and study guides
Catholic Movements & Organizations
- Development and Peace – Canadian Catholic solidarity organization working for global justice.
- Laudato Si’ Movement – A global Catholic network promoting ecological conversion and climate justice.
- Catholics for Climate Action – Empowering Catholics to take meaningful climate action rooted in faith.

2. Parish Toolkit

Resources to help your parish community live out integral ecology.
Includes:

Eco-friendly event planning tips
Green audit checklists for parish buildings
Bulletin inserts and liturgical resources
Seasonal creation care initiatives (e.g. Season of Creation)

3. Grow in Action

Practical ways to integrate faith and ecology into everyday life.
Includes:

Lifestyle changes inspired by Laudato Si’
Study groups and faith formation resources
Stories of ecological action from other parishes and individuals
Campaigns and petitions you can support

4. Events & News

Stay connected to current initiatives in our parish, diocese, and beyond.
Includes:

Upcoming events and workshops
Local eco-initiatives
Diocesan and global Catholic ecology news

5. Catholic Partners in Action

Discover Catholic organizations leading the way in ecological conversion and climate justice.
Quick Links & Descriptions:

Development and Peace – Caritas Canada
Working to support social and environmental justice around the world through solidarity, advocacy, and education.
Laudato Si’ Movement
Mobilizing the global Catholic community to care for our common home, guided by the spirit of Laudato Si’.
Catholics for Climate Action
A network providing tools, campaigns, and support to help Catholics put their faith into environmental action.
Catholic Climate Covenant
Homepage | Catholic Climate Covenant

Pilgrims of Hope for Creation | Home - Pilgrims of Hope for Creation

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Curated Resources & Learning

“Explore Laudato Si’ and Catholic Ecology”

Articles, videos, Church teachings, and encyclicals
Practical guides for parishes and individuals
Toolkits from Catholic ecological organizations

Family & Parish Action

“Living Laudato Si’ at Home and in Community”

Eco-friendly ideas for families and faith groups
Seasonal actions: Lent, Creation Season, Advent
Green parish initiatives and success stories

Prayer & Reflection

“Spirituality of Creation”

Prayers, reflections, and liturgical resources
Rosary and Stations of the Cross for Creation
Saints and spiritual figures connected to ecology

Events & Opportunities

“Upcoming Events and Ways to Get Involved”

Diocesan ecology events and prayer services
Volunteer opportunities and clean-up days
Global Catholic events (e.g., Laudato Si’ Week)

Organizations & Networks

“Who’s Walking With Us?”

Catholic and interfaith ecological groups
Links to local, national, and international partners
Laudato Si’ Movement and Creation Care Teams