May 17 – 24, 2026...
...is a time of prayer, reflection, and concrete action drawing inspiration from Laudato Si, the encyclical given to us by Pope Francis 11 years ago. Adorers from around the world continue to respond to the call of Laudato Si - not just with words, but with action. Reflecting on our 2023 GA Acts, “We feel a strong commitment to take action that is respectful of creation and the peoples who suffer most from the consequences of a lifestyle that plunders the earth’s resources.,” our own JPIC contact sisters from different realities of the congregation shared some of the actions being carried out among our ASC community.
Here are their contributions:
- Schaan – When we closed our school we put into action our values of caring for creation by seeking new homes for the furniture and teaching materials so they would not be thrown away. It was hard work of some sisters in our aging community and through that, we were able to transport a large part of the furniture to a school in Romania which had suffered from a fire. We also contracted with a company that serves as a catalyst for circular, environmentally friendly construction so that many items were removed and put to good use by others. We are delighted that we were able to make this contribution to the ‘beautiful order of things.” Elisabeth Mueller, ASC
- Spain – At times we feel we are not doing anything “special” but we continue to recognize and raise our awareness of the need to care for our Common Home. We do this through recycling and making best use of paper, plastic, and glass. We also are very attentive to our consumption of water and electricity. The “beautiful order of things” quote from Maria De Mattias is framed in our chapel and everyday reminds us of our commitment to bring it to life through integral ecology. Teresa Martinez, ASC
- Korea – Some of our retired sisters take care of their friends, like flowers, pots, or stray cats. And we recycle materials to reduce trash…all of this for God’s creation. Bo Hui Kang, ASC
- Zagreb – In our region, as our contribution to the Laudato Si strategy, efforts are being carried out in educational institutions, from kindergarten to universities, to raise awareness about the protection of all creation. The sisters are also involved at the interfaith level in dialogue on all issues of caring for the earth and all creation including water, natural resources, waste, recycling. We participated in the European Conference on the Fight against Poverty in Brussels, advocating for those who suffer due to the unjust distribution of resources. Ljubica Radovac, ASC
- Tanzania – As a response to the call to care for creation, we have given employment of maintaining the school environment. And at some of the schools, we have planted banana trees for fruit and so that other creatures can enjoy and live in peace due to the beautiful environment. Maria Raphael, ASC and Rose Ngowa, ASC
- India – As a region, we have made a conscious decision to reduce paper and plastic consumption as an expression of care for creation. We replace plastic and paper plates with biodegradable arecanut leaf plates, especially during community gatherings and school programs. Through these simple but intentional lifestyle changes, the sisters witness to ecological responsibility and inspire others to adopt sustainable practices in daily life. Jessie D’Souza, ASC
- Philippines - In response to the call to “collaborate in Christ’s redemptive work and to take action that is respectful of creation and the peoples who suffer most,” we, the ASC Philippines have strengthened our ministry with the Ayta community, one of the indigenous peoples in our country. We do not only accompany them but also affirm their dignity, support their sustainable relationship with the land, and stand in solidarity with their fight and care for our common home. Flor Manga, ASC
- Italy - In most communities, there is a focus on and sensitivity toward respect for creation in daily prayer and in the practice of recycling. In two school communities in Bari, an educational garden has been established for the children, tended by them, along with beekeeping using hives, teaching them to care for and preserve biodiversity. In the pine forest of the Trani community, a guided contemplative prayer experience was held to deepen the personal relationship with God through the beauty of nature, amidst the greenery and the sea. Liana Campanelli, ASC and Lirie Mehilli, ASC
- USA - In the US Region, we continue our participation for the 5th year in the Laudato Si Action Platform ecological conversion. We completed a region wide in-depth study and reflection of Laudato Si, followed by the implementation of actions to decrease the use of single-use plastic. We continued to deepen our conversion through contemplation practices guiding our compassionate presence towards awareness and action. This year we are using a monthly guide to educate ourselves about the worldwide water crisis, explore possible solutions, and develop ways to be in solidarity with those most affected, especially in areas where we are united with our ASC sisters. Dani Brought, ASC
- Viet Nam – In online meetings, we share and promote a spirit of environmental protection, ecological awareness, and love for nature. Within the community, we support one another through prayer, waste sorting, and growing vegetables. As we do not have a garden, we grow vegetables and ornamental plants on the rooftop. Although our efforts are small, we strive to protect the environment in whatever ways we can. Ha Tran, ASC
- Poland – Our focus is primarily on deepening the motivations that guide us in our daily choices. It is from these values that our concrete actions flow. They manifest themselves in everyday practices such as proper waste sorting, water conservation, supporting pro-environmental initiatives, and helping the poorest. We pass on this awareness to the younger generation in the elementary schools where we serve by conducting ecological classes and educational nature walks, and teaching students to respect the earth's resources. As Adorers of the Blood of Christ, we desire to cooperate with our Redeemer in building a world that is just, united in solidarity, and full of respect for every creature. Aldona Kala, ASC
As Adorers, we are invited to continue to live in hope that is transformed into concrete actions for our common home. Where will you give witness to this hope, where will you make a choice for visible action, where will you be Adorer caring for the gift of God’s creation?
We participate day by day in the building up of the body of Christ, so that all creation can move toward "that beautiful order of things which the great Son of God came to establish in his blood."
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