The pope's new letter isn't just an 'exhortation' on the environment – for Francis, everything is connected, which is a source of wonder
- Written by Lisa H. Sideris, Professor of Environmental Studies, Affiliate Faculty in Religious Studies, University of California, Santa Barbara
Pope Francis cleans the sky from pollution in graffiti by the artist Maupal, inspired by 'Laudato Si.'AP Photo/ Andrew MedichiniEight years have elapsed since Pope Francis released “Laudato Si,” his encyclical urging “care for our common home.” Though hailed as an eloquent plea to protect the environment, climate change was...