“A concrete response to widespread passivity is to communicate ecology responsibly, in line with the teaching of the Church" writes the author. "This new task and this new challenge require hard work and new initiatives on the part of those involved in communication in the Church.”
In the article, after having carefully explained the meaning of the expression “ecological conversion”, Father Makula focuses on the need, on the part of the media and the Church, to create new and stimulating content on the theme of ecology, also recalling how interesting examples to follow in different parts of the world are spreading. Examples, the author continues, that respond to the appeal launched by Pope Francis during the Angelus last 21 May. On that date the Holy Father had again invited collaboration, adding that “there is a great need to combine knowledge and creativity in the field of ecology.”
In light of this, then, a warning is given to avoid difficult or inadequate languages when talking about ecology. “There are still many communication barriers in the field of ecology and climate change,” Father Makula continues, and this can lead to the risk of a lack of knowledge of environmental issues.
John Paul II had already understood the need for a solid discussion on ecology and then Benedict XVI also supported the protection of the environment in a practical way. And now, Pope Francis has become a genuine promoter of ecological conversion and the leading role of integral ecology.
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