NEW YORK — Just two weeks before the feast of St. Francis, patron saint of the environment, thousands from across the United States assembled in Midtown Manhattan for the People’s Climate March to show their concern for the planet. The Franciscan call to care for creation was heard Sunday amid many passionate voices at the event, what some are calling …
Franciscan Action Network Advocates for Environment, Immigration
WASHINGTON — The Franciscan Action Network continues to raise awareness for its key causes — immigration reform, climate change, and human trafficking — and will offer a webinar on climate change tomorrow from 4 to 5 p.m. Eastern time. FAN’s executive director Patrick Carolan is joining Franciscans International U.N. Advocacy Officer Amanda Lyons in presenting a long-term strategy to prepare …
Sky the Limit for Earth Day Activities
Nearly 35 years after St. Francis was named the patron saint of ecology, his followers are calling for greater care for creation. Many ministries used Earth Day on April 22 to educate about the effect that even a small change can have on the environment. In Virginia, county, state and federal officials joined friars and partners-in-ministry at St. Francis of …