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… this tropical region. The Amazon is the largest rainforest area in the world and is rich in biodiversity. One fifth of the world's bird species live here with over 300 species of … to God's ongoing creative and sustaining agency with respect to the earth and all its biodiversity. This psalm refers to fire and to its flame as God's ministers. It speaks of springs … of a life-saving creation history, Psalm 104 offers hope that our endangered earth and its biodiversity might still be saved: "When you send forth your spirit, they are created; and you …

… first remarks during a three-day visit to the country, the pontiff said the continued loss of biodiversity in Madagascar, where some 90 percent of the native animals and plants exist nowhere … ecosystem but the entire planet. "Your lovely island of Madagascar is rich in plant and animal biodiversity, yet this treasure is especially threatened by excessive deforestation," the pope … and other leaders during an address at the presidential palace. "The deterioration of that biodiversity compromises the future of the country and of the earth, our common home," said …

… formed the backdrop for the annual Season of Creation, timely tuned this year to the theme of biodiversity. The Season of Creation began on Sept. 1 with the World Day of Prayer for the Care … Protecting biodiversity … essential to our well-being," he said in the May 23 letter, issued on the International Day of Biodiversity. Duffé added that the "web of life" theme has "important connections" with the …

… formed the backdrop for the annual Season of Creation , timely tuned this year to the theme of biodiversity. It starts Sept.1. Read about some of the more than 500 things parishes, diocese, …

… Pope Francis said in a new interview. However, the importance of the Amazon region's biodiversity and current threats it faces also will be addressed because "together with the … he added. When asked what he feared most concerning the planet, he said, "The disappearance of biodiversity, new deadly diseases" and the kind of loss and "devastation of nature that can lead …

… social and political effects of climate change to the quality of water and the destruction of biodiversity, the encyclical presents a litany of scientifically-informed conclusions that are … our planet reveals a powerful tide of man-made decline in our climate, our water, our soil and biodiversity. We must put aside our estrangement from the truth to redeem our natural …

… "Tropical deforestation in rampant. It is escalating and it's threatening hard-won climate, biodiversity sustainable development gains." …

… apostolic letter into reflections about the West Coast state's varied geography and abundant biodiversity. "What we wanted to do with this version is bring it down even closer to where …

… in the world, covering more than 2.1 million square miles in South America. While rich in biodiversity, natural resources and cultures, the Amazon rainforest has experienced significant … negatively impacting the indigenous populations in the area and leading to a loss of biodiversity. "This synod revolves around life: the life of the Amazonian territory and its …

… with Pope Francis initiating a special  Amazon synod  in Rome Oct. 6-27 focusing on land use, biodiversity and rights of indigenous people.  The election of pro-development President Jair …

… being. The system demands that we work to live rather than live in ways that sustain planetary biodiversity and communal, mutually collaborative relationships. While we rightfully lament the …

… as their economic systems and consumption habits need to radically change in order to protect biodiversity on the planet and promote a more sustainable and caring world, said participants at … heads of natural history museums, botanical gardens, zoos and aquariums along with experts in biodiversity and ecology for a conference May 13-14 on species protection. The conference came …

… hands," is intimately interconnected with the "fruit of the earth," the whole of planetary biodiversity that form the very foundation of life. Yet our U.S. American way of life, including … of creation. How sensitive are we to the whole of God's creation and the intimacy of planetary biodiversity? The "fruit of the earth" and "work of human hands," ought to call to mind, heart …

… negatively impacting the indigenous populations in the area and leading to a loss of biodiversity. …

… Amazon synod to take on land use, biodiversity, indigenous rights …

… But the synod's preparatory document makes clear that central issues will focus on land use, biodiversity and rights of indigenous people. The region spans 2.1 million square miles across … the preparatory document stated, quoting Laudato Si' . "The Amazon is a region with rich biodiversity; it is multi-ethnic, multi-cultural, and multi-religious; it is a mirror of all …

… development projects in Africa; and undertaking a variety of planting projects to promote biodiversity and reduce emissions. Kinsey said the May plenary is expected to also produce a …

… Pope Francis' trip to Peru a year ago included a visit to a biodiverse region, where a Swiss priest has for decades sought to bring global attention to …

… environmental conditions -- including the increasing of the planet's temperature, lack of biodiversity and loss of ancestral lands for indigenous people -- put the poor, youth and future …

… Service in July. "The Amazonian rivers connect the entire basin, and the rivers connect the biodiversity and the social diversity of the peoples and cultures." Meeting in Peru in January …