Young, conservative, Catholic, and stewards of the earth: this growing group is speaking up on climate change. In a radio interview with Ohio News Network, CCLer Topher Anderson explains that it is

Young, conservative, Catholic, and stewards of the earth: this growing group is speaking up on climate change. In a radio interview with Ohio News Network, CCLer Topher Anderson explains that it is his Catholic faith and the teachings of Pope Francis that guide him to work on climate change. Topher just met with his Republican members of Congress in March of 2021. He's asking them to take action on climate change, using solutions that are consistent with conservative values. Topher believes these values of small government and belief in American ingenuity are needed to craft solutions that will work for all of America. Will Topher and other young Catholics have success? They're working on growing their numbers and making their voices heard. Citizens' Climate Lobby (CCL) is a home for many people of faith, who approach their advocacy through creation care and being stewards of the earth. We provide the training and organization that ordinary people need to be effective climate advocates. Learn more at http://cclusa.org

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Skip ahead to the following section(s): (0:00) Intro & Overview (2:00) Sister Elizabeth Brandreth's Prayer (3:47) Madeleine Para's Welcome (12:46) Bishop John Stowe's Keynote (38:04) Ambassador

Skip ahead to the following section(s): (0:00) Intro & Overview (2:00) Sister Elizabeth Brandreth's Prayer (3:47) Madeleine Para's Welcome (12:46) Bishop John Stowe's Keynote (38:04) Ambassador Rooney's Conversation with CCL's Danny Richter Sister Elizabeth Brandreth, member of the Institute of the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas, will give the opening prayer. Madeleine Para, President of Citizens' Climate Lobby, kicks off our conference. Bishop John Stowe, OFM Conv, leads the Diocese of Lexington and speaks out about the Church’s need to elevate care of creation as one of the core doctrines of the Church and a key pro-life issue. He is the Episcopal Advisor for the Catholic Committee of Appalachia and Bishop President of Pax Christi USA. Bishop Stowe was born in 1966, was ordained a priest in 1995 and appointed the third Bishop of Lexington by Pope Francis in 2015. His studies included the formation program for the Conventual Franciscan Province of Our Lady of Consolation at St. Bonaventure Friary in St. Louis, MO. He received his BA in both philosophy and history at St. Louis University in 1990. He subsequently earned a Masters in Divinity and a Licentiate in Church History from the Jesuit School of Theology in Berkeley, CA. CCL's Vice President of Government Affairs Dr. Danny Richter will spend time talking with Rep. Francis Rooney. Rep. Rooney was our Republican sponsor of the Energy Innovation and Carbon Dividend Act in the 116th Congress and served as U.S. Ambassador to the Holy See from 2005-2008. Ambassador Laurence Francis Rooney III (born December 4, 1953) is an American politician and diplomat who was the U.S. Representative for Florida's 19th congressional district. A Republican, he served as the United States Ambassador to the Holy See from 2005 until 2008. He was one of the original sponsors of the Energy Innovation and Carbon Dividend Act (HR 763) in the 116th Congress. He had served as the CEO of Rooney Holdings (formerly known as Rooney Brothers Company), an investment and holding company based in Naples, Florida.

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More information: Statement from Pope Francis saying “carbon pricing is essential” and urging action on the part of corporate leaders attending a Vatican Summit in June 2019:

More information: Statement from Pope Francis saying “carbon pricing is essential” and urging action on the part of corporate leaders attending a Vatican Summit in June 2019: https://www.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/speeches/2019/june/documents/papa-francesco_20190614_compagnie-petrolifere.html Catholic Climate Covenant online form to members of Congress to support the Energy Innovation and Carbon Dividend Act (H.R. 2307): https://catholicclimatecovenant.salsalabs.org/SupportEIDCAAA/index.html United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) guidelines for legislative action on climate change: https://www.usccb.org/issues-and-action/get-involved/legislative-response-to-climate-change

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TED is hosting its inaugural climate change Summit this week: TED Countdown 2021.

Angela Francis emphasizes that overcoming climate challenges hinges on proving to the public how a green

TED is hosting its inaugural climate change Summit this week: TED Countdown 2021.

Angela Francis emphasizes that overcoming climate challenges hinges on proving to the public how a green economy transition can immediately improve everyone's lives.

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Published on June 18, 2015, by Democracy Now, this report covers Pope Francis's encyclical on the environment and climate change. In the encyclical (available to download here), Pope Francis called for urgent action to protect the planet, urging leaders to hear "the cry of the Earth and the cry of the poor." He emphasized a moral imperative for all to safeguard the environment, advocating for a shift from a "throwaway" consumer culture in rich countries and an end to attitudes that prioritize profit over the common good. A key theme is the disparity between rich and poor, with the Pope noting the vast difference between those in "desperate and degrading poverty" and those with excessive possessions.

The discussion features Naomi Klein, author of "This Changes Everything: Capitalism vs. the Climate," who was invited to speak at the Vatican's "People and Planet First: The Imperative to Change Course" conference. Also joining is Nathan Schneider, a columnist at America magazine, a national Catholic weekly published by the Jesuits.

Democracy Now! is an independent global news hour, airing weekdays on over 1,300 TV and radio stations. Their livestream is available Monday through Friday, 8-9 am ET.

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