Ecological Spirituality springs from a profound ecological conversion and helps us to “discover God in all things”, both in the beauty of creation and in the sighs of the sick and the groans of the afflicted, aware that the life of the spirit is not dissociated from worldly realities. Actions could include promoting creation-based liturgical celebrations, developing ecological catechesis, retreats and formation programmes, etc.
Current initiatives at St. Kate's that support this goal include:
CSSJ Laudato Si' Lenten Reflections - Starting in the 2023 Lenten season, the Center for Spirituality and Social Justice (CSSJ) has enacted a yearly Lenten reflection around Laudato Si'. This daily reflection, running from the first day of Lent until the Wednesday during Holy Week, encourages participants to better understand and engage the foundational text. The reflection is formatted to include a quote from the text and a reflection question or two to guide participants in considering the text and its wider implications for their lives.