Five years after the promulgation of Pope Francis’ encyclical, Laudato si’: On Care for Our Common Home, we revisit the document in the midst of our present context. Today, there is a growing consensus, especially among scientists, that we are … Continued
The Ascension of Jesus Christ has two meanings. On one hand, it is a heartwarming farewell. On the other, it is a moment for missioning. Besides looking up towards the heavens, we are also invited to strengthen the steps we … Continued
After many months, the Covid-19 pandemic persists with the number of deaths and infections still increasing. Unavoidable lockdowns have kept millions of people from work, and consequently, many lack sufficient food, money and other things important for daily living. On … Continued
As we enter into Laudato si’ Week, the Jesuit Service Cambodia Ecology Program will be moving into our new home with much hope and eagerness to reestablish our base, finish our new nursery, and eventually resume our full support to … Continued
Cambodia seems to have been spared from the worst health effects of the Covid-19 pandemic with cases remaining at 122 since 12 April, no deaths, and no new cases reported to date. Traffic is getting back to normal and many … Continued
In celebration of the fifth anniversary of Pope Francis’ historic encyclical, Laudato si’, and to mark Laudato si’ Week from 16 to 24 May, Ecojesuit and partners have launched, Drawing Laudato si’, an online art challenge that reflects the message … Continued
The major superiors of the Jesuits in Europe and the Near East have issued a joint statement calling for solidarity across the continent in this experience of the coronavirus pandemic, which “has strengthened the awareness of all the peoples of … Continued
Refugees and internally displaced persons (IDPs) are considered among the most vulnerable people, and the Covid-19 crisis has put them at enormous risk. In Myanmar’s Karen State, IDPs living along the Thai border are somewhat hidden from the world. The … Continued
On 1 May, the Jesuits in Myanmar prayed for workers all over the world remembering, in particular, the millions who have lost their jobs due to the current crisis. The poor are the hardest hit economically and socially. As Jesuits, … Continued
Ecojesuit released a video in time for Earth Day 2020. Its theme: the balance of life, the oikos of economy and the oikos of ecology. It is a reminder that everything is interconnected; we are all living in the same … Continued