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Washington Retreat House in nation’s capital goes green for guests

For more than 90 years, the Washington Retreat House has offered citizens of the capital a respite from the city’s clanging political culture, a few quiet acres set aside for “refreshment for the soul and rest of the body,” in the words of its founder, Mother Lurana White.

August 23, 2023
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Four religious congregations join newly launched ‘Laudato Si´Action Platform’ in Louisville, KY

Earlier this year, Pope Francis called all Catholics to join a new global grassroots movement committed to caring for creation and creating a more sustainable world.

August 21, 2023
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Statement of Commitment to the Laudato Si’ Action Platform

On the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, October 4, 2021, the Wheaton Franciscans have taken action to meet the urgent challenge of Pope Francis to the universal Church to protect our common home and to address the effects of climate change, global warming, and concern for the poor.

August 21, 2023
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No surprise: Nuns are taking the lead in putting ‘Laudato Si’’ into action

In December 2019, students from the Notre Dame Preparatory School in Baltimore joined members of the Atlantic-Midwest Province of the School Sisters of Notre Dame at a grocery store for a giveaway of reusable bags.

August 21, 2023
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A Solar Story

This fifth anniversary year of Laudato Si’ has been a time of reflection and accountability.

August 21, 2023