As we mark the 10th anniversary of Pope Francis' historic encyclical "Laudato Si', on Care for our Common Home" this week, I have been reflecting on the importance of place. Over the last decade, a ...

Over 60 representatives from universities and major international organizations from all over the world gathered on Monday, March 9, to launch the Global Alliance, an international initiative focused ...

Two new perspectives recently opened up for me in dialogue with bishops and theologians. The first is the sad fact that “Laudato Si’” and its implementation has stalled in the church. The second is ...

Francis called for reflection on the encyclical in which he “sought to draw attention to the cry of the earth and of the poor.” Bishops’ conferences from Brazil, Indonesia and Ireland are announcing ...

The skyline of Omaha, Neb., is pictured in a file photo at dusk. Archbishop George J. Lucas of Omaha hosted a diverse group of leaders from government, business, education, nonprofit, agriculture and ...

On June 18, Pope Francis issued a world-wide encyclical on ecology, environmental destruction, and climate change. The highly anticipated document, intended to spur reflection and action among the ...