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elsiaeurope.bsky.social @elsiaeurope.bsky.social · 2d

🚨ELSiA calls on EU leaders to show courage and compassion ahead of #COP30 in Belém. Our letter urges stronger EU climate ambition, a just transition and solidarity with those most affected by the climate crisis.
Read more 👉 elsialliance.org/elsia-calls-...
#LaudatoSi

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elsiaeurope.bsky.social @elsiaeurope.bsky.social · 4d

The #RaisingHope conference in Castel Gandolfo was an incredible experience! Hundreds of people came together to create a powerful atmosphere. We are glad that we contributed to this important step towards care for creation by being there and taking part in the programme🙏🏼🕊️

elsiaeurope.bsky.social @elsiaeurope.bsky.social · 5d

On its second day, the #RaisingHopeConference unfolded with moments of dialogue, prayer, and reflection under one guiding question: "How can we transform the urgency of the ecological crisis into active hope?"

elsiaeurope.bsky.social @elsiaeurope.bsky.social · 7d

An emotional first day at #RaisingHopeConference 🌍 Hundreds gathered at Centro Mariapoli to mark 10 yrs of #LaudatoSi. Highlights: meeting Pope Leo, sharing journeys toward #COP30, & presenting ELSiA’s “Europe’s Ecological Journey.” Tomorrow: diving into its impact!

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elsiaeurope.bsky.social @elsiaeurope.bsky.social · 8d

The #RaisingHopeConference is starting today, and many ELSiA representatives will be attending the three-day event celebrating the 10 years of #LaudatoSi. At this crucial moment for our common home, we are all asked to commit to action. Stay tuned for more updates!

elsiaeurope.bsky.social @elsiaeurope.bsky.social · 10d

#SeasonofCreation 2025 - Peace with Creation.
Join us for an ecumenical prayer & walk for the Climate on Sun, Oct 5 in Brussels:
🕊️ 12:45 – Prayer at House of Compassion
🚶 1:30 – Walk to Parc du Cinquantenaire
More info: www.catho-bruxelles.be/events/octob...

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elsiaeurope.bsky.social @elsiaeurope.bsky.social · 17d

Day 3 of the CCEE Section for the Safeguarding of Creation. Holy Mass with Bishop Vincenzo Viva who reminded us: when the environment suffers, people suffer too. A round table with partners shared hopes & challenges, ending in prayer for #ourcommonhome — carrying hope back home.

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elsiaeurope.bsky.social @elsiaeurope.bsky.social · 17d

Day 2 of the CCEE Section for the Safeguarding of Creation meeting. After a visit to the gardens of the Ville Pontificie and the celebration of the Holy Mass at Borgo Laudato Si', we reflected on 10 years of #LaudatoSi with insights from Prof. Carmody Grey and Stefan Geiger, OSB.

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elsiaeurope.bsky.social @elsiaeurope.bsky.social · 18d

Day 1 of the CCEE Section for the Safeguarding of Creation meeting began with prayers and songs, including the beautiful Akathistos Hymn. Among the opeining voices, Sister Alessandra Smerilli encouraged us to consider the legacy of #LaudatoSi — Pope Francis's call to care for #ourcommonhome.

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elsiaeurope.bsky.social @elsiaeurope.bsky.social · 21d

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elsiaeurope.bsky.social @elsiaeurope.bsky.social · 21d

🌍 Tomorrow, several ELSiA members will join the CCEE meeting on Safeguarding of Creation in Castel Gandolfo.

🌱 Over 3 days, we will gather and reflect on the legacy of the #LaudatoSi, visit the Borgo Laudato Si' and engage in discussions with distinguished guests from over Europe.

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elsiaeurope.bsky.social @elsiaeurope.bsky.social · 24d

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elsiaeurope.bsky.social @elsiaeurope.bsky.social · 24d

Last Tuesday our members met for the biannual #GA to refine governance & map bold plans for 2026. 🌍
🎉 A highlight was welcoming our newest member Pax Christi International.
🙏 Thank you to everyone who joined. Here’s to another inspiring year of advocacy, spirituality & integral ecology.

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elsiaeurope.bsky.social @elsiaeurope.bsky.social · Sep 5

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elsiaeurope.bsky.social @elsiaeurope.bsky.social · Sep 5

📅 From October 1-3 in Castel Gandolfo, His Holiness Pope Leo XIV will lead the Raising Hope Conference, joined by global leaders & key figures from faith, science, & politics.

Three days to reflect, share, & decide how to act more effectively for the future of our planet.

🤳🏻 buff.ly/WtRW9IE

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elsiaeurope.bsky.social @elsiaeurope.bsky.social · Aug 28

🌍✨ What future do you dream of for Europe?

Europe@Heart 2025 is a weekend for open, honest conversations on Europe’s challenges, hopes & the #GreenTransition where science, business, CSOs & spirituality meet.

Hosted by @europeanjesuit.bsky.social

👉 Details jesc.eu/europe-at-he...

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elsiaeurope.bsky.social @elsiaeurope.bsky.social · Jul 14

Pope Leo XIV celebrates first ‘Mass for the Care of Creation’ after calling out greed that fuels climate injustice. The Pope approved the new formula directing it to be added to the list of 49 Masses that have been developed for specific needs or occasions. euronews.com/green/2025/0...

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elsiaeurope.bsky.social @elsiaeurope.bsky.social · Jun 23

🌍 An urgent call to EU leaders: act with ambition, fairness and courage in setting the updated NDC and 2040 climate target. The climate crisis demands nothing less.📄 Read our full letter: elsialliance.org/elsia-calls-...

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elsiaeurope.bsky.social @elsiaeurope.bsky.social · Jun 6

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elsiaeurope.bsky.social @elsiaeurope.bsky.social · Jun 6

🙏 Thanks to all who joined Towards Integral Ecology yesterday! 🌱
We explored how EU policy must take bold action for a just transition & sustainable food systems that serve both people and planet.
📺 Rewatch here: youtube.com/live/JoOpZRu...

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elsiaeurope.bsky.social @elsiaeurope.bsky.social · Jun 5

🔚 That’s a wrap from Brussels!
Today showed that the EU can — and must — make justice & dignity the foundation of #climateaction and how #LaudatoSi keeps inspiring us to act!
Thanks to all who joined #LaudatoSi Reflection Day!

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elsiaeurope.bsky.social @elsiaeurope.bsky.social · Jun 5

🗨️ "The energy transition can't come at the cost of communities & ecosystems in the Global South.", Jean-Yves Terlinden, @caritaseuropa.bsky.social

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elsiaeurope.bsky.social @elsiaeurope.bsky.social · Jun 5

"The transition must be driven by national responsibility: through taxation, collective bargaining & social security to rebalance & redistribute power.", Philippe Lamberts, @ec.europa.eu

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elsiaeurope.bsky.social @elsiaeurope.bsky.social · Jun 5

"Our world is changing rapidly & we need everyone on board; without collective effort, meaningful change simply won’t happen." MEP @manuelaripa.bsky.social
"To create real change, we need an integrated food policy connecting production, trade & consumption." Béla Kuslits @europeanjesuit.bsky.social

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elsiaeurope.bsky.social @elsiaeurope.bsky.social · Jun 5

"In ten years, #LaudatoSi’ has opened the debate on the moral & ethical foundations of climate justice, showing that the environmental & social crises are one single, complex crisis. And yet, much still needs to be done." Dr. Lorna Gold, Executive Director of Laudato Si’ Movement. 🌍

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