by Stephen Holmes | Jun 25, 2015 | Opinion
Some forms of moral reasoning in “Laudato Si” are unsurprising. A sketch of the efficiency of recycling in the food chain is deployed as a natural law argument against wasteful human living in section 22; the climate (section 23) and creation (section...
by John Weaver | Jun 24, 2015 | Opinion
Pope Francis has written an exhaustive encyclical to all the churches of the Roman Catholic communion, “Laudato si’, mi’ Signore” (Praise be to you, my Lord). He affirms that all species give glory to God, who cares for each one (Luke 12:6,...
by Brian Kaylor | Jun 23, 2015 | News
Pope Francis released last week a much-anticipated encyclical on the environment, which he titled “Laudato Si” (or “Praised Be”). Some Baptists offered their opinions on the document and its potential impact. Many Baptist leaders, however,...
by Zach Dawes Jr | Jun 22, 2015 | Opinion
In the most widely anticipated and publicized papal encyclical to date, Pope Francis has urged Catholics as well as all of humanity to make creation care a priority. The encyclical is wide ranging, speaking boldly throughout about the imperative that Christians have...
by Margot and Martin Hodson | Jun 11, 2015 | Opinion
The climate is warming and this will continue as we burn fossil fuels. There are already serious environmental effects. The poor suffer disproportionately and will suffer even more in the future if we do not take prompt action. Most fossil fuel reserves should stay...
