Read about the "Green Catholics" DOSA Season of Creation Gatherings
“Start by doing what’s necessary; then do what’s possible; and suddenly you are doing the impossible.” ~ St. Francis of Assisi.
For Earth Day, Easter and Divine Mercy Sunday, These daily spiritual and physical acts of mercy for Creation promote environmental sustainability. Join in prayer, action and advocacy for a better world.
WHAT CAN I DO? USE THE FREE EPA ONLINE CARBON EMISSIONS CALCULATOR TO LEARN IMMEDIATE STEPS FOR REDUCING YOUR CARBON FOOTPRINT ON THE EARTH. SMALL STEPS ADD UP TO BIG CHANGE.
The Saint Kateri Habitat project promotes healthy sacred spaces around the world with native planting tips and information about our "Garden" Saints -- Kateri Tekakwitha, Francis of Assisi, and our Blessed Mother. You can sow seeds of hope in every corner of the globe by adding your garden to the Saint Kateri map, found here: Kateri.org. See the local and global Kateri Habitats here. Add your garden!
Share your policy concerns with elected leaders using these original POSTCARDS FOR THE PLANET. Print the cards on 8.5"x11" card stock; cut in quarters; write your message on the back; address; affix a stamp and mail. Personal letters make a powerful impact; so does your voice!
CONTACT MEMBERS OF U.S CONGRESS:
House of Representatives • U.S. Senators
U.S. Government Switchboard: (202) 224-3121
ATTENTION VOLUNTEERS! JOIN THE LAUDATO SI' CREATION CARE MINISTRY. Rekindle your relationship with our Common Home, take action to sustain our natural resources and honor the dignity of all who dwell here. All are welcome. Contact us.
Our Earth is a "pale blue dot" in a vast universe. Astronomer Carl Sagan's saga of the Earth is a stark reminder there is no "Planet B." Click on the planet to see the video.
The Catholic Climate Covenant provides educational, advocacy and grant support for Catholic partners seeking climate solutions locally and globally. Get involved here.
Become a certified Laudato Si' Movement Animator and join the global movement caring for our Common Home. This study of Pope Francis's encyclical Laudato Si' and the Church's social teaching on environmental stewardship empowers you to lead and participate in climate action. CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE AND SIGN UP.
UK Woodland Trust. Learn how saving and planting trees fights climate change.
Tree Planting Has 'Mind Blowing' Potential to Tackle Climate Crisis.
Jesus Is Coming. Plant A Tree, N.T. Wrights. ESSAY STUDY. Highlights our role as change agents in creating God's Kingdom on Earth as it is in Heaven. Led by Jack Daniels, ThD. Read the Essay Here.
Arbor Day Foundation (Tree sponsor) The Foundation sends greeting card acknowledgement to gift recipient.
One Tree Planted ($1/tree via Greeting Card purchase)