Catholic Climate Covenant
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U.S. Catholics responding to the climate crisis with faith, advocacy, climate action, and education 🌎🌿🙏🏽
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Hey BlueSky! Catholic Climate Covenant brings together U.S. Catholics to care for our common home. Here we will share resources, climate news, and ways to take action - all rooted in faith and hope.
If you’re into creation care, justice, or just figuring it out, welcome. We’re glad you’re here 🌎🫶🏻
If you’re into creation care, justice, or just figuring it out, welcome. We’re glad you’re here 🌎🫶🏻
The 2026 American Lung Association "State of Our Air" Report found that 120 million people in the US breathe unhealthy levels of air pollution. Join us on 10/21 at noon ET in a conversation to unpack the big question of, "what is in the air we breathe?" Register at bit.ly/WhatIsInTheAir
September 30, 2026 at 5:55 PM
The 2026 American Lung Association "State of Our Air" Report found that 120 million people in the US breathe unhealthy levels of air pollution. Join us on 10/21 at noon ET in a conversation to unpack the big question of, "what is in the air we breathe?" Register at bit.ly/WhatIsInTheAir
"As a Sister of Mercy dedicated to care for Earth, which is more than 70% covered by water, I encourage everyone to put the insatiable thirst of data centers in the context of a parched planet where one-third of humanity lives in areas of water stress..." catholicclimatecovenant.org/blogs/living...
September 29, 2026 at 4:14 PM
"As a Sister of Mercy dedicated to care for Earth, which is more than 70% covered by water, I encourage everyone to put the insatiable thirst of data centers in the context of a parched planet where one-third of humanity lives in areas of water stress..." catholicclimatecovenant.org/blogs/living...
Meet Walter Mena, our Hispanic Outreach Program Manager! He is working to creates spaces where Hispanic Catholics can raise their voices, discern and take concrete action — whether large or small — to care for our common home. Learn more about him here: www.osvnews.com/faith-commun... #EcoCatholic
September 25, 2026 at 11:14 PM
Meet Walter Mena, our Hispanic Outreach Program Manager! He is working to creates spaces where Hispanic Catholics can raise their voices, discern and take concrete action — whether large or small — to care for our common home. Learn more about him here: www.osvnews.com/faith-commun... #EcoCatholic
In his address to the Pontifical Academy of Sciences yesterday, Pope Leo emphasized that meeting the challenge of climate change requires looking beyond short-term solutions and working toward a more just, more resilient future for all.
Read his full message here: www.vatican.va/content/leo-...
Read his full message here: www.vatican.va/content/leo-...
September 25, 2026 at 11:02 PM
In his address to the Pontifical Academy of Sciences yesterday, Pope Leo emphasized that meeting the challenge of climate change requires looking beyond short-term solutions and working toward a more just, more resilient future for all.
Read his full message here: www.vatican.va/content/leo-...
Read his full message here: www.vatican.va/content/leo-...
As we wind down another record-breaking summer, the EPA is moving to rollback limits on carbon emissions. We are disappointed by this irresponsible use of power and maintain that the climate crisis demands action, not retreat. Read our full statement: catholicclimatecovenant.org/press-releas...
September 14, 2026 at 9:58 PM
As we wind down another record-breaking summer, the EPA is moving to rollback limits on carbon emissions. We are disappointed by this irresponsible use of power and maintain that the climate crisis demands action, not retreat. Read our full statement: catholicclimatecovenant.org/press-releas...
ICYMI, our September Newsletter is one of great hope! It begins with a reflection by our own Kayla Jacobs and comes amid the #SeasonOfCreation, so you'll find lots of opportunities for praying and acting for our common home. Check out everything it has to offer here: mailchi.mp/catholicclim...
September 8, 2026 at 3:49 PM
ICYMI, our September Newsletter is one of great hope! It begins with a reflection by our own Kayla Jacobs and comes amid the #SeasonOfCreation, so you'll find lots of opportunities for praying and acting for our common home. Check out everything it has to offer here: mailchi.mp/catholicclim...
Today, we finally enter the Season of Creation! 🌎🌱 And on this World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation, Pope Leo reminds us that the work of creation care is also a work of peace, transforming what destroys life into what sustains it and moving from “violence to peace.”
September 1, 2026 at 2:17 PM
Today, we finally enter the Season of Creation! 🌎🌱 And on this World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation, Pope Leo reminds us that the work of creation care is also a work of peace, transforming what destroys life into what sustains it and moving from “violence to peace.”
Happy #SeasonofCreation! This year's theme is "Living Water," where every act of care for creation becomes part of a global stream of hope. 🌊🌎🙏 As we kick off this season of hope, prayer, and action for our common home, let us pray!
September 1, 2026 at 2:16 PM
Happy #SeasonofCreation! This year's theme is "Living Water," where every act of care for creation becomes part of a global stream of hope. 🌊🌎🙏 As we kick off this season of hope, prayer, and action for our common home, let us pray!
The Season of Creation is fast approaching! To mark the first day and the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation on September 1st, join Christians worldwide for a virtual prayer service! Learn more here: seasonofcreation.org/events-soc/s... #EcoCatholic
August 26, 2026 at 4:34 PM
The Season of Creation is fast approaching! To mark the first day and the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation on September 1st, join Christians worldwide for a virtual prayer service! Learn more here: seasonofcreation.org/events-soc/s... #EcoCatholic
How do we resist what Pope Francis called a throwaway culture, and embrace a better kind of politics? Join us on 9/10 as we tackle these questions in the 3rd webinar of the Franciscan Eco-Spirituality series, “Moving Beyond Plastics in a “Throwaway Culture.” mailchi.mp/catholicclim... #EcoCatholic
August 19, 2026 at 3:21 PM
How do we resist what Pope Francis called a throwaway culture, and embrace a better kind of politics? Join us on 9/10 as we tackle these questions in the 3rd webinar of the Franciscan Eco-Spirituality series, “Moving Beyond Plastics in a “Throwaway Culture.” mailchi.mp/catholicclim... #EcoCatholic
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U.S. Catholic advocates are opposing efforts to put Big Oil above the law.
"If the bill passes, it will give legal immunity to oil and gas companies … it will be easier for these corporations to operate however they want," said Kayla Jacobs of @catholicclimate.bsky.social.
"If the bill passes, it will give legal immunity to oil and gas companies … it will be easier for these corporations to operate however they want," said Kayla Jacobs of @catholicclimate.bsky.social.
US Catholic advocates warn against bill to shield big oil from lawsuits- UCA News
U.S. Catholic advocates oppose a bill that could shield major oil companies from lawsuits, warning it could weaken corporate accountability and environmental protections.
www.ucanews.com
August 18, 2026 at 1:59 PM
U.S. Catholic advocates are opposing efforts to put Big Oil above the law.
"If the bill passes, it will give legal immunity to oil and gas companies … it will be easier for these corporations to operate however they want," said Kayla Jacobs of @catholicclimate.bsky.social.
"If the bill passes, it will give legal immunity to oil and gas companies … it will be easier for these corporations to operate however they want," said Kayla Jacobs of @catholicclimate.bsky.social.
Getting ready for the #SeasonOfCreation? 🌎🌿🕊️ Bring the celebration into your parish, school, or community with our beautiful liturgical banners, available to order or download to print locally.
Check it out here: catholicclimatecovenant.org/resources/se... #EcoCatholic
Check it out here: catholicclimatecovenant.org/resources/se... #EcoCatholic
August 13, 2026 at 3:46 PM
Getting ready for the #SeasonOfCreation? 🌎🌿🕊️ Bring the celebration into your parish, school, or community with our beautiful liturgical banners, available to order or download to print locally.
Check it out here: catholicclimatecovenant.org/resources/se... #EcoCatholic
Check it out here: catholicclimatecovenant.org/resources/se... #EcoCatholic
Did you hear... our Feast of Saint Francis Program is live and downloadable! We hope this program helps your community celebrate this year’s Feast of St. Francis (Oct. 4th) and the special Jubilee Year of St. Francis.
Learn more and download it today! catholicclimatecovenant.org/programs/fea...
Learn more and download it today! catholicclimatecovenant.org/programs/fea...
August 12, 2026 at 2:54 PM
Did you hear... our Feast of Saint Francis Program is live and downloadable! We hope this program helps your community celebrate this year’s Feast of St. Francis (Oct. 4th) and the special Jubilee Year of St. Francis.
Learn more and download it today! catholicclimatecovenant.org/programs/fea...
Learn more and download it today! catholicclimatecovenant.org/programs/fea...
What better way to celebrate the Feast of St. Clare than to invite young people to share how they hear creation sing? Youth K-12 are invited to submit to our St. Francis & St. Clare Art Competition titled, "Creation Sings!"
Learn more and submit artwork: catholicclimatecovenant.org/blogs/the-co...
Learn more and submit artwork: catholicclimatecovenant.org/blogs/the-co...
August 11, 2026 at 2:35 PM
What better way to celebrate the Feast of St. Clare than to invite young people to share how they hear creation sing? Youth K-12 are invited to submit to our St. Francis & St. Clare Art Competition titled, "Creation Sings!"
Learn more and submit artwork: catholicclimatecovenant.org/blogs/the-co...
Learn more and submit artwork: catholicclimatecovenant.org/blogs/the-co...
Happy Feast of St. Clare! 🕊️ She reminds us that faithful action means refusing to give up when the work of justice is difficult. May her example inspire us to be courageous and persistent witnesses for creation & the common good.
Learn more about St. Clare: franciscanaction.org/st-clare-an-...
Learn more about St. Clare: franciscanaction.org/st-clare-an-...
August 11, 2026 at 2:22 PM
Happy Feast of St. Clare! 🕊️ She reminds us that faithful action means refusing to give up when the work of justice is difficult. May her example inspire us to be courageous and persistent witnesses for creation & the common good.
Learn more about St. Clare: franciscanaction.org/st-clare-an-...
Learn more about St. Clare: franciscanaction.org/st-clare-an-...
Today marks the conclusion of our Summer Advocacy Campaign! This month, thousands of faithful Catholics took action to protect creation and human dignity. And on Friday, we delivered almost 2500 signatures to the EPA. Learn more & get involved in future actions here: mailchi.mp/7cedb808d97e...
July 27, 2026 at 7:37 PM
Today marks the conclusion of our Summer Advocacy Campaign! This month, thousands of faithful Catholics took action to protect creation and human dignity. And on Friday, we delivered almost 2500 signatures to the EPA. Learn more & get involved in future actions here: mailchi.mp/7cedb808d97e...
This week we are spotlighting Young Adult Advisory Board Member Marylu Vazquez! Marylu is a full-time community organizer with Industrial Areas Foundation and "loves getting to promote the common good and use her faith as a channel for change." Learn more: catholicclimatecovenant.org/programs/you...
July 21, 2026 at 2:01 PM
This week we are spotlighting Young Adult Advisory Board Member Marylu Vazquez! Marylu is a full-time community organizer with Industrial Areas Foundation and "loves getting to promote the common good and use her faith as a channel for change." Learn more: catholicclimatecovenant.org/programs/you...
As #AI datacenters are being built across the US, the EPA has proposed changes to permitting rules that could make it easier for companies to begin constructing large projects like these without major permits. YOU can act by adding your name to our letter to the EPA: mailchi.mp/5b84655cbf9d...
July 20, 2026 at 9:30 PM
As #AI datacenters are being built across the US, the EPA has proposed changes to permitting rules that could make it easier for companies to begin constructing large projects like these without major permits. YOU can act by adding your name to our letter to the EPA: mailchi.mp/5b84655cbf9d...
In response to the continued dehumanization and violence toward our immigrant sisters and brothers at the hands of ICE, we have published (another) statement reaffirming our commitment to defending the dignity of every human person.
Full statement here: catholicclimatecovenant.org/press-releas...
Full statement here: catholicclimatecovenant.org/press-releas...
July 20, 2026 at 3:06 PM
In response to the continued dehumanization and violence toward our immigrant sisters and brothers at the hands of ICE, we have published (another) statement reaffirming our commitment to defending the dignity of every human person.
Full statement here: catholicclimatecovenant.org/press-releas...
Full statement here: catholicclimatecovenant.org/press-releas...
As many of our skies are being blanketed in smoke from the Canadian wildfires, let us be reminded that the health of our planet and the health of our communities are inseparable. Poor air quality is a justice issue, and the effects of climate change are hurting the most vulnerable first and worst.
July 17, 2026 at 2:50 PM
As many of our skies are being blanketed in smoke from the Canadian wildfires, let us be reminded that the health of our planet and the health of our communities are inseparable. Poor air quality is a justice issue, and the effects of climate change are hurting the most vulnerable first and worst.
Let's talk about energy! ⚡️🪫🔌 This summer especially, many of us are worried about climate change, the increasing energy use by AI data centers, and their impact on energy affordability. Join us on Tuesday, 7/21 at 2 ET for a webinar on these important conversations. Register at bit.ly/LetsTalkEnergy
July 16, 2026 at 6:43 PM
Let's talk about energy! ⚡️🪫🔌 This summer especially, many of us are worried about climate change, the increasing energy use by AI data centers, and their impact on energy affordability. Join us on Tuesday, 7/21 at 2 ET for a webinar on these important conversations. Register at bit.ly/LetsTalkEnergy
It's about that time - time for our July Newsletter! Packed full of updates, opportunities for action, and your monthly dose of creation care news, you won't want to skip this one. Read it here: mailchi.mp/catholicclim... #EcoCatholic
July 15, 2026 at 10:00 PM
It's about that time - time for our July Newsletter! Packed full of updates, opportunities for action, and your monthly dose of creation care news, you won't want to skip this one. Read it here: mailchi.mp/catholicclim... #EcoCatholic
Happy Feast Day of Saint Kateri Tekakwitha, the patron saint of ecology, Indigenous Peoples, and care for creation. Today we honor and pray to St. Kateri: guide our work to care for our common home, so desperately in need of our care.
Learn more: www.kateri.org/our-patron-s... #EcoCatholic
Learn more: www.kateri.org/our-patron-s... #EcoCatholic
July 14, 2026 at 12:51 PM
Happy Feast Day of Saint Kateri Tekakwitha, the patron saint of ecology, Indigenous Peoples, and care for creation. Today we honor and pray to St. Kateri: guide our work to care for our common home, so desperately in need of our care.
Learn more: www.kateri.org/our-patron-s... #EcoCatholic
Learn more: www.kateri.org/our-patron-s... #EcoCatholic
Action Alert! Speak out against the "Stop Climate Shakedowns Act of 2026" - legislation that would shield fossil fuel companies from legal accountability for climate-related harms.
Send a message to your Members of Congress today! Learn more and use your voice at bit.ly/NoImmunityforFF #EcoCatholic
Send a message to your Members of Congress today! Learn more and use your voice at bit.ly/NoImmunityforFF #EcoCatholic
July 13, 2026 at 9:46 PM
Action Alert! Speak out against the "Stop Climate Shakedowns Act of 2026" - legislation that would shield fossil fuel companies from legal accountability for climate-related harms.
Send a message to your Members of Congress today! Learn more and use your voice at bit.ly/NoImmunityforFF #EcoCatholic
Send a message to your Members of Congress today! Learn more and use your voice at bit.ly/NoImmunityforFF #EcoCatholic
Do you know a young artist? 🎨 In celebration of the Jubilee Year of St. Francis, we are holding a Youth Art Contest open to youth K-12 and inspired by the theme, "Creation Sings!"
All art is welcome. There will be cash prizes across all age categories. Learn more at bit.ly/FrancisYouthArtContest
All art is welcome. There will be cash prizes across all age categories. Learn more at bit.ly/FrancisYouthArtContest
July 7, 2026 at 2:25 PM
Do you know a young artist? 🎨 In celebration of the Jubilee Year of St. Francis, we are holding a Youth Art Contest open to youth K-12 and inspired by the theme, "Creation Sings!"
All art is welcome. There will be cash prizes across all age categories. Learn more at bit.ly/FrancisYouthArtContest
All art is welcome. There will be cash prizes across all age categories. Learn more at bit.ly/FrancisYouthArtContest