The Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur Ohio Province has responded to Pope Francis’ Laudato Si’ Action Platform by creating the Dorothy Stang Initiative for Laudato Si’ Action. While in the process of gathering data from sisters, associates, staff, donors and others in our circle, we were reminded that all steps we take are important - both big and small. We therefore introduce Your Little Bit of Good, a short weekly one-pager that focuses on some aspect of the environment. It is an attempt to bring forward small things we can do.
Teresa Phillips
Director of Justice, Peace and Care of Creation
Prayer rooted in faith: Join the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur as we honor Sister Dorothy Stang's legacy of hope, courage and environmental justice. Discover how her commitment to people experiencing poverty and care for creation continues to inspire action 20 years after her martyrdom.
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Discover eco-friendly celebration tips in our 'Your Little Bit of Good' blog. Learn practical alternatives to single-use party supplies and sustainable gift-wrapping ideas that honor creation while reducing waste. Join us in making celebrations that respect our Earth while spreading God's goodness through thoughtful stewardship.
Prayer, Knowledge, Action: find inspiration for a little bit of good you can do this week through garden prayer, understanding food insecurity, and community gardening initiatives that nurture both spirit and those in need.
Reflect on simplicity with a prayer from ReClaim Prayer, and explore sustainable gift-giving ideas for the Christmas season. Discover plastic-free Christmas tips, secondhand shopping resources, and zero-waste gift ideas that care for both loved ones and the planet. Start your journey toward a greener celebration with practical advice and tools for a more sustainable and meaningful Christmas.
Reflect on simplicity with a prayer from ReClaim Prayer, and explore sustainable gift-giving ideas for the Christmas season. Discover plastic-free Christmas tips, secondhand shopping resources, and zero-waste gift ideas that care for both loved ones and the planet. Start your journey toward a greener celebration with practical advice and tools for a more sustainable and meaningful Christmas.
Discover ways to celebrate a sustainable and meaningful Thanksgiving. Reflect with a prayer of gratitude for creation, community, and hope. Learn six actionable tips for a plastic-free holiday and explore Beyond Plastics for a deeper commitment to reducing waste. Advocate for change and give thanks to those who bring food to our tables. Make a difference this season!
Discover a heartfelt prayer celebrating God's grace and creation, paired with autumn wisdom on preserving insect habitats. Learn how small changes in fall yard care can protect pollinators and native species while fostering balance in nature. Actionable tips included
Discover insights from Dr. Matthew Goldberg's recent UC Center for Public Engagement with Science talk on climate change action, emphasizing the power of personal connections, focused priorities, and thoughtful conversations. Learn how discussing climate concerns within our communities can drive understanding and collective action, plus small steps we can each take to make a lasting difference.
As the 2024 Season of Creation concludes on October 4, the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, we reflect on weeks of prayer and action for creation care. This marks the first anniversary of Pope Francis' Laudate Deum, amplifying the voices of scientists, youth, and those impacted by the ecological crisis. Hope and action remain central as we continue our mission to protect creation. Join us in prayer and action for a better future.
Join us in the 2024 Season of Creation with the theme To Hope and Act with Creation. Discover the power of hope as an act of resistance and a call to care for our planet. Explore prayers, reflections, and actions to develop an eco-spirituality and protect God's creation.
Your Little Bit of Good this week emphasizes the importance of reducing fossil fuel consumption during the Season of Creation (SOC) 2024. Small actions like cutting back on energy use, reducing meat consumption, and avoiding plastics can help reduce your environmental impact. Prayers for creation are shared, and you're invited to support the Fossil Fuels Non-proliferation Treaty, follow daily meditations, and include a "rosary of creation" in your prayers. Every effort, no matter how small, contributes to positive change.