Rise St. James describes itself as “fighting for environmental justice as it works to defeat the proliferation of petrochemical industries in St. James Parish, Louisiana.”
Environment
Pope calls for end to culture of waste, indifference
The world needs new economic models that respect human dignity and protect creation, Pope Francis told an interfaith delegation from England.
Catholic aid agencies race to save millions in Somalia from ravages of drought
In Somalia, 8.3 million people are in urgent need of assistance due to widespread drought that has displaced 1.4 million people, most of whom are women and children, according to the United Nations.
Toxic contamination of water sources poses long-term hazards to American communities and environment
To understand how Catholics are responding to water pollution in their communities, OSV News spoke with advocates and agencies in Philadelphia, St. Louis, and Flint, Mich. — all cities which have had or continue to experience clean water issues.
Catholic community galvanized behind First Fruits Farm
Numerous Catholic organizations throughout the Archdiocese of Baltimore are supporting First Fruits Farms, a non-profit ministry dedicated to growing and providing fresh, nutritious produce to those experiencing hunger in the Mid-Atlantic region.
Catholic groups back UN request for international court to act on climate change
Various Catholic groups praised a United Nations’ resolution that calls on the International Court of Justice to outline countries’ obligations for protecting the earth’s climate, and the legal consequences they face if they don’t carry these out.
Biden administration proposes steps aimed at reducing ‘forever chemicals’ in drinking water
The Environmental Protection Agency proposed in March the first federal limits on “forever chemicals” in drinking water, a move the Biden administration said will save thousands of lives and prevent some serious illnesses attributed to exposure to these chemicals over time.
Vatican, environmental institute release action guide for sustainability
To help local parishes, schools, other groups and individuals reflect on the practical and concrete action they can take to help tackle environmental challenges, the Vatican Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development and the Stockholm Environment Institute have released a guidebook.
‘Wonder’ film series shows faith, science not at war, says Bishop Barron
The Word on Fire evangelization ministry recently announced the release of “Wonder,” a five-part documentary project that explores the interplay between various aspects of science and Catholic tradition.
Papal farm, gardens will be home to new center promoting sustainability
The papal property at Castel Gandolfo, with its vast gardens and diverse livestock, will now be the home of a new scientific and educational center dedicated to promoting integral ecology, sustainability, and a circular and generative economy.
Interreligious dialogue leads to care for planet, pope tells Buddhists
Interreligious dialogue can combat climate change by tapping into the “profound richness” of faith traditions to promote a sense of “ecological responsibility” and conversion, Pope Francis said.
Catholic agencies in California organize outreach, relief for storm victims amid historic rainfall
Catholic organizations in California, strengthened by years of responding to disasters in the Golden State, responded quickly to bring aid to those affected by the ongoing brutal winter storms.