Christ - Saviour of the World

Ron Rolheiser, omi has written a two-page article entitled "Christ and Nature" where he lays out three key messages:

1. Christ is not only our redeemer but came to redeem nature too.
2. Nature has its own rights, not those we want to accord it - it's a moral issue, not an environmental one.
3. In our quest for heaven, we are called to be in right relationship with Mother Earth.
   

You can download a copy of the article here.

A second key area where you are called to make a contribution is in showing concern for the environment. This is not only because this country, more than many others, is likely to be seriously affected by climate change. You are called to care for creation not only as responsible citizens, but also as followers of Christ! Respect for the environment means more than simply using cleaner products or recycling what we use. These are important aspects, but not enough. We need to see, with the eyes of faith, the beauty of God’s saving plan, the link between the natural environment and the dignity of the human person. Men and women are made in the image and likeness of God, and given dominion over creation (cf. Gen 1:26-28). As stewards of God’s creation, we are called to make the earth a beautiful garden for the human family. When we destroy our forests, ravage our soil and pollute our seas, we betray that noble calling. ADDRESS OF HIS HOLINESS POPE FRANCIS, Sports field of Santo Tomás University, Manila Sunday, 18 January 2015.