Mars missions can inspire next generation scientists, papal astronomer says

As Perseverance, the latest probe on Mars, began to send to Earth high-definition images, video and audio of its surroundings, one papal astronomer said he hoped the fresh new discoveries will inspire future explorers. With advanced degrees in physics, philosophy and theology, Jesuit Br Robert Macke said, “What really inspired me to come into this field... Read More

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March 13, 2019

Youngsters to hold second strike in global day of action on climate change

Students are preparing to stage a second nationwide walkout on Friday as part of a global day of “youth strike” action urging leaders to tackle climate change. Organisers of the UK Youth Strike 4 Climate movement say events will take place in more than 100 towns and cities from Penzance to Aberdeen, driven by what... Read More

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January 13, 2019

Warning over climate change threat to biblical landmarks

The Bishop for the Environment has urged society to “act now to fix the damage we are doing to the planet,” amid warnings that biblical wonders, such as the Dead Sea, are drying up. In fact, the Dead Sea is shrinking at such an alarming rate, it could become ‘just a tiny pool by the... Read More

Catholic Times, News – UK and Ireland

November 28, 2018

Religious leaders in Colombia form coalition to defend rainforests

Religious leaders in Colombia promised to step up efforts to prevent the destruction of rainforests in the South American country, as they launched a coalition known as the Interfaith Rainforest Initiative. After meeting with scientists and indigenous leaders at the Jesuit-run Pontifical Xaveriana University, the group of more than a dozen faith leaders called on... Read More

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June 18, 2018

Scientists, believers should admit how little they know, pope says

Scientists and people of faith must always admit they don’t know everything, and they must never be afraid to explore and discover more, Pope Francis told astronomy students and experts. “As people who love what we do, we can find in our love for this universe a foretaste of that divine love which, in contemplating... Read More

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November 28, 2016

Pope asks scientists to find solutions, declare rules to save planet

Humanity does not own God’s gift of creation and has no right to pillage it, Pope Francis said. “We are not custodians of a museum and its masterpieces that we have to dust off every morning, but rather collaborators in the conservation and development of the existence and biodiversity of the planet and human life,”... Read More

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