Ecological
conversion

“What they all need is an “ecological conversion”, whereby the effects of their encounter with Jesus Christ become evident in their relationship with the world around them. Living our vocation to be protectors of God’s handiwork is essential to a life of virtue; it is not an optional or a secondary aspect of our Christian experience. (LS 217)”

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Ecological Conversion Events

Latest Past Events

The Global Catholic Letter on Climate Change to the COP28 Presidency

Social Catholic Teaching (SCT) calls us to “accelerate the just energy transition” in the key of Integral Ecology, changing international policies. This event is part of a series of Catholic advocacy actions on governments to make bold decisions about climate change mitigation, just energy transition, and integral human development. Under Pope Francis’ leadership and previous global grassroots manifestos, we will deliver a joint letter to the COP 28 Presidency. Organizers: Carmelite NGO, LSM, UNANIMA International (UI), VIVAT International (VIVAT), Boston College, Catholic Relief Services - United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (CRS), Ieunesse Étudiante Catholique Internationale (IYCS-JECI), Society of Catholic Medical Missionaries (SCMM). Speakers in the Round Table: Archbishop Peter Chong (Asia-Pacific, VIVAT), Bishop Stephen Mamza (Africa), Bishop Lizardo Estrada (Latin American and the Caribbean), Lorna Gold (FaithInvest, LSM Chair Board), Liana Almony (UNANIMA International), Roy Ibrahim (IYCS-JECI Program Coordinator), Tzeporah Berman (Chair of the FFNPT initiative; Stand.earth), Julia E. DeVoy (Boston College). Moderators: Jean Quinn (UNANIMA International) and Lindlyn Moma (LSM)

Exhibit “Places of Climate Injustices”

Laudate Deum brings much needed attention to the climate injustices still prevalent throughout our common home. In line with the core message of Laudate Deum, Our Season of Creation campaign shone on a spotlight on the prayers and actions of our network in fighting climate justice through our #PrayingForYou campaign. The video exhibit highlights "Places of Injustice" linked to climate damages and socio-ecological impacts through the global production of thematic “climate injustices” through messages, documentary videos, and other digital arts. Vulnerable people become a living letter to their governments by denouncing injustice and claiming climate justice. Visit the LSM Exhibit Date and time: 1-6 December 2023 10AM - 5PM Venue: Booth 24;  Thematic Category: Adaptation, Resilience, and Loss and Damage. More information: https://laudatosimovement.org/exhibit-cop-28/

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