While on lockdown, I recently learned about an area of international collaboration that has me fascinated. I’m referring to mangrove conservation and restoration efforts. Of course, first, I learned about mangroves. I never cease to marvel at how rich they are for our planet. Among other benefits, they protect coastlines from extreme weather events, support local communities, are home to many species, and have an impressive ability to sequester carbon dioxide. I invite you to do some research on the subject because there is much to learn, and there are ways we can support these efforts.
Tag: Justice Peace and Integrity of Creation
International Human Rights Day: holding on to hope, supporting life
Recently on social media, I read on a digital poster that said “If the rights I have are not for others, then they are not rights, they are privileges.” The statement motivates me to share some thoughts on the 73rd anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
International Day of Nonviolence
The International Day of Nonviolence is celebrated each year on October 2, the birth date of Mahatma Gandhi, leader of the Indian independence movement and pioneer of the philosophy and strategy of nonviolence. According to the United Nations General Assembly, in 2007 this commemoration was established to “ensure a culture of peace, tolerance, understanding and nonviolence.”
Renewing the Oikos of God
World Day Against Trafficking in Persons
Friends, as every July 30, we join the World Day Against Trafficking in Persons (United Nations initiative), because “we affirm the dignity and rights of all people and denounce human trafficking and the economic and social systems that promote it.” (CCVI Corporate Stance, 2015).
Justice and Respect for Human Dignity
A year ago the streets of the United States were filled with voices exclaiming “I can’t breathe,” “Black Lives Matter,” and “enough is enough.”
World Day for the Poor
On November 15, Pope Francis invites the entire Church to celebrate the Fourth World Day of Prayer for, of, and with the Poor. For this reason, we want to create a sacred space to pray, from the heart, for and with the most vulnerable people. We want to unite ourselves with God so that Spirit may flood our bodies, minds, and spirits, and give us the strength and discernment to do our part in building the reign of God. May we help create a world of mutual relationships as sisters and brothers.
Taylor Robinson of Incarnate Word Academy Featured in the International Day of the Girl
Taylor Robinson, a senior at Incarnate Word Academy (IWA) in Saint Louis, MO used her unique voice to empower others to recognize the importance of equal representation of women and fair treatment of all humanity.
Lamentation and Solidarity
A Statement from the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word, May 31, 2020.
A Creation Prayer
A few days from the Creation Time begins, we share this resource to pray.
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