The encyclical on ecology from Pope Francis is the culmination of years of thought and action by previous Popes and the Catholic church at large. It is a wake-up call for Catholics around the world to help protect our planet and those people most vulnerable to the impacts of climate change.
Record-breaking heat, prolonged drought, wildfires, extreme weather and flooding, sea level rise, even ocean dead zones… all of these trends were predicted by climate scientists decades ago, and they have now become a reality.
People from around the world are sharing how climate change is affecting their lives and their communities. From unusual weather cycles, decreased crop growth, increasing drought, to changes in local flora and fauna, these stories highlight how the impacts of climate change are both widespread and devastating.