The Church as an ecological community
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https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.13251339Keywords:
ecological repentance, ecclesial based community, synthesis modelAbstract
This paper addresses the global ecological crisis, highlighting a significant decline in human stewardship of the natural world. The focus is on the Church's role as a communion of God's people within the Mystical Body of Christ, emphasizing the need for the Church to act as a sacrament of salvation for both nature and humanity. The study aims to explore the Church's identity as an ecological communion that views nature as a subject, not an object. It utilizes a contextual theological approach, specifically the synthesis model advocated by Stephen B. Bevans, as exemplified in Pope Francis's Encyclical Laudato Si'. This encyclical proposes "ecological conversion" as a response to the crisis, fostering a harmonious relationship among God's creatures. A practical example is the Soverdia Association of St. Pius X Tenggarong Parish's initiative to collect used oil, demonstrating the Church's commitment to ecological salvation.
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