Activist group decries issuance of clearance to mining companies in Palawan
The protected landscape that is threatened by mining operations serves as a sanctuary to wildlife, “which many environmental groups have long defended and protected by law.”
Video: Pope Francis hails the youth for fighting for “Our Common Home”
The pontiff encouraged the human family to "advance with young people towards lifestyles that are simpler and more respectful of the environment."
CREATION IS GROANING
It made me feel the abundance that nature can generate if only we can cooperate with its own dynamics and learn to dance to its tune. It is creation at work on its own.
Full Text | Homily of Cardinal Jose Advincula of Manila during Mass to open the Season of Creation
This is the call to each of us to be responsible stewards of creation.
Let Us Celebrate the Season of Creation, Together!
We hope that this Season of Creation renews our baptismal call to care and sustain this ecological turning so that life may flourish, and all creatures may find their place to flourish in our common home.
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