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A More Just, Compassionate and Healthy Future for People and the Earth

I so love this Pope! I hope you read this article and listen/heed his call. Pope Francis’ Encyclical Urges Swift Action on Climate Change Ahead of Paris Climate Talks Anastasia Pantsios    Today in Rome, Pope Francis released his long-anticipated encyclical on climate change , fueling precisely the international conversation the Pope hoped to drive. The widespread media coverage of the 180-plus page document , Laudato Si, or Praised Be to You, has undoubtedly increased public awareness of environmental issues dramatically. Photo credit: Shutterstock There were no big surprises in the encyclical, given its leak to the media earlier this week and the Pope’s ongoing speeches and remarks about the climate. But the encyclical, a letter from the Pope to the church bishops, give the official endorsement of the Catholic Church to his concern for the climate. Writing that “the Earth, our home, is beginning to look like an immense pile of filth,” the Pope emphasized the outsize

Favorite Soul Bloggers

I have set up my email inbox to be a source of inspiration and good news.  I thought I would share with you some of the bloggers that I hold in high esteem.  I can barely wait for each post or newsletter.  At times I find true synchronicity in their written words.  It's as if they are following along in my life and giving me direct love and guidance. So here they are in random order. The Change Blog They say about themselves; "We are a community of 50,000+ people who help each other by sharing our experiences with change.  We hope that by reading our stories you will find inspiration and practical advice to make positive changes in your own life." Jennifer Louden I first found Jennifer when I read her wonderful book; "Comfort Queen".  It's about delicious ways to take really good care of yourself in every way. She also leads writing retreats in beautiful places.  Lesley Riley Her byline is Practical Grounding for the creative spirit. She like