THIS IS AN IN-PERSON EVENT AT ST. FRANCIS CENTER FOR RENEWAL

The School Sisters of St. Francis are pleased to present Learning to Live Laudato Si’, a series of eco-spiritual programs throughout Lent. We will explore, consider and share the concerns and challenges presented in Pope Francis’ 2015 encyclical Laudato Si’: On Care for Our Common Home. Join us each week — in person or online — as we share our experiences and ideas on caring for creation.

Each program is set for 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the first-floor conference room at St. Francis Center for Renewal, located adjacent to the farm at 395 Bridle Path Road, Bethlehem PA 18017. You may attend any or all sessions. Freewill offerings to Monocacy Farm Project are welcome and appreciated. Donate in person or online by clicking here. Please register for each program you wish to attend.

The series kicks off on Friday, March 3, with a free film screening of The Letter: A Message for Our Earth. In 2015, Pope Francis wrote an encyclical — a lengthy letter that popes write — called Laudato Si’: On Care for Our Common Home. It encourages us to see how “everything is connected.” The way we treat the Earth, our common home, is a reflection of how we treat each other. Caring for each other means caring for the home we share. The Letter tells the story of a journey to Rome by frontline leaders to discuss Laudato Si’ with Pope Francis. Regardless of faith, the film is a visually-stunning call to action.

Please note that, due to the logistical nature of movie screenings, online attendance is not available for this first session. However, all subsequent programs in the Learning to Live Laudato Si’ series will be available to online attendees.