Theological and Ecological Vision of Laudato Si'

This volume provides a comprehensive introduction to the spiritual moral and practical themes of Pope Francis' encyclical <i>Laudato Si'</i>. Leading theologians ethicists scientists and economists provide accessible overviews of the encyclical's major teachings the science it engages and the policies required to address the climate crisis.<br/><br/><i>Laudato Si'</i> was a major milestone in the Catholic Church's teaching on ecology and the environment. While it received global praise as a challenge for courageous action at the Paris Climate Talks its importance goes far beyond one act of advocacy. The encyclical modeled a compelling public engagement between theology and science. Pope Francis offered both a moral and spiritual response to the climate and environmental crises and a renewed interpretation of major Catholic doctrines to illuminate our ecological connection with the rest of creation.<br/><br/>Aimed at an undergraduate audience this book provides a reliable introduction to the major themes of <i>Laudato Si' </i>such as: <br/><br/> - a theology of Creation that embraces the insights of contemporary science<br/> - a renewed understanding of the human person in relationship to the rest of creation<br/> - a spiritual vision of love for all creation<br/> - the necessary connection between Christian solidarity with the poor and concern for the environment<br/> - it introduces readers to the social encyclical tradition from which <i>Laudato Si'</i> both draws and develops.<br/><br/>The additional materials available through Bloomsbury's website include: <br/> - powerpoint slides for science chapters<br/> - video-mini lectures to supplement the chapters<br/> - learning assignments keyed to help students engage with major points<br/> - links to online resources relevant to the encyclical and to the environmental crises