† THE BOOK † † COLLOQUIUMS † “ I urgently appeal...for a new dialogue about how we are shaping the future of our planet.” Laudato Si’ 14, Pope Francis The Book Twelve prominent Catholic leaders from various sectors and ministries of the Australian church offer their perspectives on Pope Francis’ encyclical on ecology and creation. The book offers readers insights and challenges to what Pope Francis calls “the greatest moral challenge of our time.” Within these pages are inspiration and practical ideas for caring for our Common Home, for family members and parishioners, Church, business and Catholic agency leaders, young people, Catholic educators, social service and pastoral care workers, people engaged in health and aged care and those charged with the responsibilities of leadership and governance. Inspired by the words of Pope Francis, the authors write from their own professional and personal perspective about how each of us is called to protect the earth, dignify humanity and restore God’s gift of creation. This book is an excellent tool with far reaching application for all those who contribute to the various organisations, communities, parishes and agencies of our Church. Colloquiums You are invited to come and participate in an opportunity to engage with Pope Francis’ encyclical on ecology and creation and deepen your understanding of his challenge for each of us to protect the earth, dignify humanity and restore God’s gift of creation. In 2015-2016, Catholic Mission, Catholic Earthcare Australia and Catholic Religious Australia will host individual authors of the Francis Effect ІІ book at public colloquiums across Australia. The Pope places the environmental crisis as “the greatest moral challenge of our time.” The Francis Effect II: Praised Be You - On Care for our Common Home colloquiums will assist participants to explore Pope Francis’ vision, offering inspiration and practical ideas for caring for our Common Home – in our lives, at work and in our community. |
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