Welcome to the Laudato Si’ Ministry

Each summer, fine dust from the Sahara Desert rises into the atmosphere, crosses the Atlantic, and settles over Texas. Many see it as a nuisance in the air, yet it’s a quiet reminder of how deeply creation is connected. These mineral‑rich particles nourish the Amazon rainforest, enrich soils, and help steady weather patterns.

This global exchange reflects Pope Francis’ teaching in Laudato Si’: “Everything is interconnected…” (LS 240). Even the dust above our heads reveals a world knit together by God’s design.

As the Sahara’s dust drifts over Texas skies, may it awaken wonder and responsibility. We belong to a creation where nothing stands alone. May this ancient dust remind us that the whole earth is our shared home, and its well‑being is bound to our own.

If you are interested in joining the Laudato Si’ ministry, a ministry focused on care for creation, please contact Mary (Ginger) Jackson at 210-710-8207. 

Cada verano, el polvo fino del desierto del Sahara se eleva hacia la atmósfera, cruza el Atlántico y se deposita sobre Texas. Aunque muchos lo perciben como una molestia en el aire, es un recordatorio silencioso de la profunda interconexión de la creación. Estas partículas, ricas en minerales, nutren la selva amazónica, enriquecen los suelos y ayudan a estabilizar los patrones climáticos.

Este intercambio global refleja la enseñanza del Papa Francisco en *Laudato Si’*: «Todo está interconectado…» (LS 240). Incluso el polvo sobre nuestras cabezas revela un mundo tejido por el diseño de Dios.

Que el polvo del Sahara, al desplazarse por los cielos de Texas, despierte en nosotros asombro y sentido de responsabilidad. Formamos parte de una creación en la que nada existe de forma aislada. Que este polvo ancestral nos recuerde que toda la Tierra es nuestro hogar común y que su bienestar está ligado al nuestro.

Si le interesa unirse al ministerio *Laudato Si’* —un ministerio dedicado al cuidado de la creación—, por favor comuníquese con Mary (Ginger) Jackson al 210-710-8207.

1. Response to the Cry of the Earth – Protecting the planet by reducing fossil fuel use, promoting clean energy, and preserving biodiversity.
2. Response to the Cry of the Poor – Defending human dignity, especially for vulnerable communities affected by environmental degradation.
3. Ecological Economics – Encouraging ethical consumption, fair trade, and sustainable investments that prioritize people and the planet.
4. Adoption of Simple Lifestyles – Reducing waste, embracing sustainable habits, and making mindful choices about energy and resources.
5. Ecological Education – Raising awareness and fostering a culture of environmental responsibility through education and advocacy.
6. Ecological Spirituality – Deepening our connection to creation through prayer, reflection, and faith-based environmental action.
7. Community Involvement and Participation – Engaging in local and global efforts to protect the environment through advocacy and collective action

In accordance with Pope Francis’ Encyclical, here are some helpful resources:

• Pope Francis’ Encyclical “Laudato Si” 

• Catholic Climate Covenant 

• Getting Plastics Out of the Ocean
• Earth Day