Laudato Si’ is an encyclical of Pope Francis published in May 2015. It focuses on care for the natural environment and all people, as well as broader questions of the relationship between God, humans, and the Earth. The encyclical’s subtitle, “Care for Our Common Home,” reinforces these key themes.
Stories of those adversely affected by climate change/global warming
Brandi lives in LaPorte, Colorado, and is always worried about having to leave everything behind in the event of a wildfire. She knows “far too many people” in that kind of position now.
John lives in Vancouver, Washington, in an area known for its very mild temperatures. But recently, he has experienced more extreme heat. John, who works for a tree service, noticed how everything from bigleaf maples to the iconic Douglas firs were affected by a heat wave last summer.
Karla lives in Tucson, Arizona, and has experienced extreme heat, drought and flooding. She is originally from the border town of Nogales, in Mexico, and worries about her family there because she has seen how flash floods have devastated the area.