WORKSHEET FOR LAUDATO SI

“Laudato Si” is latin for ‘Praise be to you’ so the phrase Laudatu si, mi’ signori from the
canticle of St. Francis of Assisi means Praise be to you my lord. The whole encyclical advocates
integral ecology incorporating both theological and environmental concepts. For each of the
concepts in Column B, identify whether this is a theological or environmental concept and in
Column C, write a brief explanation of the statement OR a reflection on this concept.

Parts of the Concepts Interpretation/Reflection

Encyclical
18. rapidification - continued
acceleration of changes; intensified pace
of life and work – Change becomes a
source of anxiety and causes harm to the
world - Theological
19. We see increasing sensitivity to the
environment and the need to protect
nature, along with a growing concern,
both genuine and distressing, for what
is happening to our planet
-Environmental
Chap 1: 20. Technology, which, linked to
Section 1 – business interests, is presented as the
Pollution only way of solving these problems, in
and climate fact proves incapable of seeing the
change mysterious network of relations
between things and so sometimes solves
one problem only to create others. -
Theological
21. The earth, our home, is beginning to
This thought taught me that rapid
change produces worry and fury
since there is no adequate transition
and things do not happen gently
and steadily. Furthermore, because
the procedure is carried out quickly,
there is a greater possibility of
making mistakes, resulting in worry
and danger to the globe.
We are more mindful of nature than
ever before, especially in today's
time when new technology is being
produced. The repercussions of
climate change are more evident
than ever. We observe that we have
abandoned the environment
because of this sensitivity. We are so
conscious that we are overly reliant
on the environment that we have
forgotten that the environment also
needs to rely on us.
They claim that the world will
improve due to new technical
developments, but this is simply
wishful thinking. Developing these
technological improvements in the
name of the environment or any
other cause would eventually do
more harm than good with a profit
motivation. Because it is tied to
commercial interests, profit is a
consideration. Hence these technical
developments are costly to
implement. It is not sure that how
individuals may utilize it is both
efficient and environmentally
benign.
It's really appalling. The planet has
 look more and more like an immense
pile of filth. - Environmental
22. Throwaway culture - our industrial
system, at the end of its cycle of
production and consumption, has not
developed the capacity to absorb and
reuse waste and by-products -
Environmental
23. The climate is a common good,
belonging to all and meant for all. we
are presently witnessing a disturbing
warming of the climatic system due to
the great concentration of greenhouse
gases released mainly as a result of
human activity -Environmental
25. Climate change is a global problem
with grave implications: environmental,
social, economic, political and for the
distribution of goods. Its worst impact
will probably be felt by developing
countries in coming decades. Many of
the poor live in areas particularly
affected by phenomena related to
warming, and their means of
subsistence are largely dependent on
natural reserves and ecosystemic
services such as agriculture, fishing and
forestry.- Environmental
Chapter 2; 89. The created things of this world are
section 5 not free of ownership: “For they are
always provided us with everything
we require. It is, nevertheless, being
misused, neglected, and exploited.
The world is currently covered with
filth, which can be any form of
pollution due to climate change and
human conduct that continues to be
unconcerned about the
environment. Cutting down trees,
dynamite fishing, illicit mining, and
coral reef devastation are examples
of 'filth' or corrupt activity.
Every day, we utilize products that
produce trash and, if not stopped
promptly, will eventually ruin our
environment. As a result, certain
waste products are not instantly
repurposed because they are useless
or serve no function. We should,
however, build technologies that
can transform any trash into
something valuable and helpful in
our daily life.
According to some studies and
researchers, global warming has
developed and has become more
crucial today. We should minimize
our usage of harmful gases that can
affect our ecosystem and
atmosphere. Climate provides us
with varying degrees of warmth
and chill, but we abuse it by
emitting excessive poisons.
Climate change can modify animal
habitats, interactions, and when
ecological disruptions occur. It can
make ecosystems incapable of
dealing with natural calamities and
interruptions like wildfires, storms,
and drought. The impoverished are
the ones that suffer the most since
they lack the money and tools to
face these dangers.
This verse taught me that we do not
possess all of the world's natural
Universal yours, O Lord, who love the living”
Communion (Wis 11:26). This is the basis of our
conviction that, as part of the universe,
called into being by one Father, all of us
are linked by unseen bonds and
together form a kind of universal family,
a sublime communion which fills us
with a sacred, affectionate and humble
respect - Theological
91. Everything is connected. Concern for
the environment thus needs to be joined
to a sincere love for our fellow human
beings and an unwavering commitment
to resolving the problems of society. -
Environmental
Section 6: 93. Whether believers or not, we agree
The today that the earth is essentially a
Common shared inheritance, whose fruits are
destination meant to benefit everyone. For believers,
of Goods this becomes a question of fidelity to the
Creator, since God created the world for
everyone. - Theological
93. Saint John Paul II forcefully
reaffirmed this teaching, stating that
“God gave the earth to the whole
human race for the sustenance of all its
members, without excluding or
favouring anyone”. - Theological
The natural environment is a collective
good, the patrimony of all humanity
and the responsibility of everyone. If we
make something our own, it is only to
administer it for the good of all. -
Environmental
resources or riches. They are similar
to us because they are a part of the
world and are linked to us. There is
no such thing as a hierarchy of who
owns whom. We are all connected
and equal. All things, including
humans, are created by the
Almighty; hence, all things other
than us are similar to us; therefore,
we are linked.
Concerning number 89, because we
are all equal and interdependent, it
is only natural for us to work
together to safeguard our
environment and tackle global
challenges. We exchange affection
with one another and express
gratitude to one another as a group.
God created the Earth for all of
us, and it is our collective
obligation to care for it. We are
part of nature, incorporated in it,
and continually interact with it,
as the Pope stated. We must
fulfill our responsibilities to
carefully use the Earth's
resources, particularly nature,
while also respecting other living
creatures and all of creation.
In this thought, I realized that the
Earth is a shared legacy created
to benefit all humans and be
used as a source of sustenance.
On the subject of nutrition,
everyone is on an equal footing.
No one gets more or less than the
other. There are no biases or
hierarchies since Earth is for
everyone, not just the wealthy.
As humans, we have a
responsibility to protect the
natural environment; thus, we
must do so. We do not own the
environment; the Almighty
created it. If we wish to develop
or take from the environment, we
should do it for the benefit of
everyone, not for personal gain,
because the environment belongs
to everyone, not just one person.