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” – First Sunday of Advent
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Season of Creation 2025 in Assisi. The story
An entire month, in the land of Francis and Clare, to celebrate peace with creation, together with all the Partners of ASSISI Terra Laudato Si’
The Canticle and integral ecology: a journey of hope
Volunteering at the Laudato Si’ Center for Giovanni: an experience that combines spiritual growth, contact with nature, friendship, and concrete commitment to integral ecology
The Canticle and integral ecology: a journey of hope
Thanks to her encounter with the Laudato Si’ Center and her study of the Canticle, Laura has become interested in integral ecology, combining spirituality, ethics, and care for Creation
Rediscover peace and connection at Common Home
For Domenica, feelings of peace at the Laudato Si’ Center: a place that feels like home, where care for the Earth and authentic relationships make every moment precious
In San Damiano: hospitality, service, and joy in volunteer work
In San Damiano, Daniela experienced hospitality, service, and spiritual growth: smiles, hugs, and prayer transformed her journey
In the places of St. Francis, to experience emotions and relationships that transform
In San Damiano, Giuseppa experienced profound emotions among the places of Francis and Clare, rediscovering the courage of their choices and the value of relationships
St. Francis and St. Clare: contemplating the choice of a profound life
Maria Luisa was moved by the places associated with Francis and Clare: fraternity and care for creation illuminated her path
San Damiano: a volunteer experience that renews the soul
For Thayná, volunteering at San Damiano renewed her faith: surrounded by nature, service, and brotherhood, she rediscovered the beauty of God
Building bridges and experiencing unity: my experience in San Damiano
In San Damiano, Cristina had a unique experience of fraternity, unity of charisms, and care for creation.
“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.
IN COLLABORATION WITH
FACILITATED BY
WITH THE SUPPORT OF
