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Experience this insightful course on the environment.
These 12 thought-provoking lectures will give you a distinctly Catholic understanding of the earth. As you explore ecological theology and environmental ethics, you will focus on the themes of origin, crisis, conversion, and action. Using Sacred Scripture, the insights of the Franciscan tradition, and modern Catholic social teaching, you will discover a holistic approach to God, humanity, and creation.
For Catholics, the environment has always been a deeply spiritual and ethical issue. From the Psalms to Franciscan theology, the Catholic tradition emphasizes the importance of caring for all of God's creation. And with Pope Francis' 2015 encyclical on the environment, Laudato si', issues such as climate change and protecting the planet have moved to the forefront.
In this powerful course, you will explore the relationship between science and religion, understanding God as the generous Creator who has entrusted us with care for the Earth. Then, you will consider the ways in which humans have forgotten this responsibility and how we can reverse the destruction of the earth. With this in mind, you will look at what the life of Christ, the Franciscan tradition, and modern Catholic social teaching can teach you about living justly and sustainably.
Ultimately, you will emerge with a sense of renewed hope in the face of a global crisis. Embark on this essential journey through God's creation today.
These 12 thought-provoking lectures will give you a distinctly Catholic understanding of the earth. As you explore ecological theology and environmental ethics, you will focus on the themes of origin, crisis, conversion, and action. Using Sacred Scripture, the insights of the Franciscan tradition, and modern Catholic social teaching, you will discover a holistic approach to God, humanity, and creation.
For Catholics, the environment has always been a deeply spiritual and ethical issue. From the Psalms to Franciscan theology, the Catholic tradition emphasizes the importance of caring for all of God's creation. And with Pope Francis' 2015 encyclical on the environment, Laudato si', issues such as climate change and protecting the planet have moved to the forefront.
In this powerful course, you will explore the relationship between science and religion, understanding God as the generous Creator who has entrusted us with care for the Earth. Then, you will consider the ways in which humans have forgotten this responsibility and how we can reverse the destruction of the earth. With this in mind, you will look at what the life of Christ, the Franciscan tradition, and modern Catholic social teaching can teach you about living justly and sustainably.
Ultimately, you will emerge with a sense of renewed hope in the face of a global crisis. Embark on this essential journey through God's creation today.
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"For both a well-informed and an ardent voice on the nexus between theology and ecology, Dawn Nothwehr immediately comes to my mind. With an extensive track record of peer-reviewed scholarly research and many years of teaching experience, she is a go-to theological expert on this urgent topic, and I am pleased that her acumen is now accessible to a wider audience."
Tobias Winright, Maeder Endowed Chair of Health Care Ethics
"[Dawn Nothwehr] offers the key scientific perspectives necessary to grasp the profound challenges that face us as inhabitants of the earth, and deep theological insight to ground and sustain [hope]. Both gifts will support anyone desiring to understand these issues and integrate them in the Christian life. I highly recommend her contributions to this important endeavor in society and the church."
Dr. Judith Merkle Professor of Religious Studies, Niagara University, NY.
"Dawn Nothwehr has a long track record of passionate commitment to justice, and one of her deepest investments is in education on behalf of a new vision of ecology-based ethics. She is scholar, teacher, advocate, and sought-after speaker in this field. She will not disappoint those looking for presentations with depth, breadth, and energy to inspire their own care for the Earth!"
Mary Frohlich, RSCJ, Associate Professor of Spirituality, Catholic Theological Union at Ch