ASSISI
Terra Laudato Si’
The birthplace of the Canticle of the Creatures tells us about the prophetic message of Laudato Si’ through the link between its famous natural and stone sanctuaries and its unknown polluted suburbs, places of the song and cry of creation
“The ecological crisis is a summons to profound interior conversion… an ecological conversion”
– Pope Francis, Laudato Si’ 217
WHAT TO DO
LAUDATO SI’ SITES
EREMO DELLE CARCERI
To pray in the forest where Francis prayed
SAN DAMIANO
To learn about the Canticle of the Creatures
BOSCO DI SAN FRANCESCO
To discover the “First Bible”: nature
SHRINE OF RENUNCIATION
To deepen into the Canticle
LAUDATO SI’ CITADEL
For gatherings, hospitality and screenings of “The Letter”
PIANDARCA
To reflect on the site of the “Preaching to the birds”
I want therefore, in praise of Him … to compose a new Lauda of the Lord for His creatures. Every day we use creatures … and in them mankind greatly offends the Creator.
St. Francis, Compilatio Assisiensis, FF 1592
Column “Word and Creation” – Second Sunday in Ordinary Time
Today’s Gospel helps us to remember our baptism and our relationship with God, who is a master in serving. Are we capable of contemplating God’s silence?
Column “Word and Creation” – Baptism of the Lord
Today’s Gospel questions us about our baptism and the way God chooses to reveal himself to each of us. Do we accept this way of God?
Column “Word and Creation” – Epiphany of the Lord
Today’s Gospel recounts the Epiphany of Jesus in Bethlehem. The encounter with God takes place through reading creation and the Holy Scriptures.
Column “Word and Creation” – Second Sunday after Christmas
The first Sunday of the new year presents us with John’s prologue. A hymn to the word that invites us to walk in the light of the Gospel.
Column ‘Word and Creation’ – Holy Family Sunday
The Sunday after Christmas presents us with the Holy Family. Where is the place of growth and wisdom for each of us?
Column “Word and Creation” – Christmas of the Lord
The Christmas Gospel tells us about the Word that became flesh. John’s prologue is a hymn to the Word that helps us understand today’s mystery.
Column “Word and Creation” – Fourth Sunday of Advent
The fourth Sunday of Advent presents us with the figure of Joseph, a wonderful example for all of us who desire God to dwell in our lives.
Column “Word and Creation” – Third Sunday of Advent
The Third Sunday of Advent tells us about John the Baptist’s prophetic doubt. Are we also capable of questioning our idea of God?
Column “Word and Creation” – Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception
Today, as we journey through Advent, we are presented with the famous scene of the Annunciation. What is our reaction to God’s creative work that amazes our lives?
Column “Word and Creation” – Second Sunday of Advent
The Second Sunday of Advent presents us with the figure of John the Baptist, an iconic figure of the prophet and of sincere relationship with the word of God.
“Praised be you, my Lord, for our Sister, Mother Earth”
– St Francis, Canticle of the Creatures
PARTNERS
“Assisi: Terra Laudato Si’” is a collaborative project between the diocese, the Franciscan families (OFM, Conventuals, Capuchins, Roman VI), the Laudato Si’ Citadel (formerly known as the “Cittadella” of Pro Civitate Christiana), FAI, and the municipality of Assisi. The project is facilitated by the Laudato Si’ Center, home of the Laudato Si’ Movement located within the Laudato Si’ Citadel.
On Pentecost 2023, the project was announced by Bishop Sorrentino and blessed by Cardinal Czerny in a celebration in the Garden of the Canticle.
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