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Burning Questions

EarthBeat's Burning Questions series explores concepts related to faith and climate change.

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Why is Francis of Assisi the patron saint of ecology?

by Brian Roewe

Oct 2, 2020

Burning Question: Beyond the birdbaths and the blessing of pets on his Oct. 4 feast day, Francis of Assisi is also known as the patron saint of ecology. What does that mean? Who made that decision? And why?

What is the Season of Creation?

by Brian Roewe

Aug 28, 2020

Burning Question: The Season of Creation is a monthlong prayerful observance that calls the planet's 2.2 billion Christians to pray and care for God's creation. It is becoming more prominent, and Catholic involvement is growing. It's not just about prayer, though.

What does the Democrats' climate plan have to say about environmental justice?

by Jesse Remedios

Jul 10, 2020

Burning Question: Democrats have a policy plan to get the U.S. to carbon neutrality by 2050. What does that plan say about environmental justice?

Where can I learn more about environmental racism?

by Jesse Remedios

Jun 11, 2020

Burning Question: The world is at a reckoning moment on race, and the climate movement is no exception. Where can I learn more about environmental racism?

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Burning Questions

Why is Francis of Assisi the patron saint of ecology?

What is the Season of Creation?

What does the Democrats' climate plan have to say about environmental justice?

Where can I learn more about environmental racism?

What is ecological sin?

Does the Covid crisis represent an opportunity for climate change? Here are four ways it might.

How can I get involved in virtual climate activism?

How does coronavirus connect to climate change?

May or June: When's the anniversary of Pope Francis' encyclical Laudato Si'?

How can I go green this Lent?

What is the relationship between the military and the environment?

What is environmental justice?

What are some ways parishes can acquire solar panels?

How can parishes reduce plastic waste?

What to do with your Christmas tree after the holidays?

What does the Paris climate agreement require of countries?

When did the Catholic Church begin to address climate change?