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Making the connection between spirituality and sustainability.
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“As stewards of God’s creation, we are called to act swiftly, with faith and prophecy, to protect the gift He entrusted to us.”
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Pope Leo XIV calls for urgent climate action and says God’s creation is 'crying out'
Pope Leo XIV is urging countries at United Nations climate talks to take “concrete actions” to stop climate change that is threatening the planet.
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November 18, 2025 at 11:43 AM
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Give a listen to learn about efforts to protect and restore Ohio River Basin waterways.
morganwatkins.lpm.org Morgan Watkins @morganwatkins.lpm.org · 5d
NPR aired a story of mine nationally today on Morning Edition about an ambitious plan to restore and protect the waters of the Ohio River Basin, *if* Congress is willing to fund it.
You can hear it here:
Congress holds the key to turning the tide on Ohio River Basin pollution
The vast Ohio River Basin is poised for a multi-year ecological restoration after years of industrial pollution, but only if Congress decides to fund it.
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November 17, 2025 at 10:36 PM
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Looks like it's going to be a beautiful day to go for walk.
A wooded trail in autumn and the words: A walk in nature walks the soul back home. Mary Davis
November 16, 2025 at 3:14 PM
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Thank you, veterans.
Image of flags against a blue sky and the words: VETERANS DAY Honoring those who served.
November 11, 2025 at 2:01 PM
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Rainy days, cooler weather. A good time to slow down.
Image of rainy autumn day in a park and the words: Adopt the pace of nature: her secret is patience. Ralph Waldo Emerson
November 9, 2025 at 3:16 PM
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Wishing everyone a restful Sunday.
Image of an orange leaf floating in a stream in the woods with the words: Beside restful waters he leads me; he refreshes my soul. Psalm 23: 2-3
November 2, 2025 at 2:17 PM
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Remembering those who came before us.
Image of orange marigolds and a skeleton bird with the words: Day of the Dead Día de los Muertos
November 1, 2025 at 2:33 PM
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Wishing everyone a fun and safe Halloween!
Image of jack-o-lanterns and the words Happy Halloween.
October 31, 2025 at 4:18 PM
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Pray for the Earth and all her people.
Image of cloudy mountain in autumn and the words: The prayer of the humble pierces the clouds Sirach 35:21
October 26, 2025 at 10:05 PM
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Light and joy to all!
Image of three burning lights and the words Happy Diwali.
October 20, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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We all need a moment to rest and recharge.
Image of an orange leaf and the words: Even if something is left undone, everyone must take time to sit still and watch the leaves turn. Elizabeth Lawrence
October 19, 2025 at 1:07 PM
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Robin Wall Kimmerer is a mother, author, scientist, professor, and enrolled member of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation. Learn more here: www.robinwallkimmerer.com
Image of an orange butterfly and purple asters and the words: Indigenous People’s Day. All flourishing is mutual. Robin Wall Kimmerer
October 13, 2025 at 4:56 PM
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Joy Harjo is a performer, writer and citizen of the Muscogee Nation. She served three terms as Poet Laureate of the United States from 2019-2022. Learn more here: www.joyharjo.com
Image of falling leaves and the words: To pray you open your whole self To sky, to earth, to sun, to moon To one whole voice that is you And know there is more Joy Harjo “Eagle Poem”
October 12, 2025 at 1:28 PM
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Happy Sukkot! Wishing all blessings, joy, and community.
Image of yellow etrog fruit with lulav, myrtle, and willow. Words read Happy Sukkot
October 6, 2025 at 9:09 PM
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Let's take care of one another.
God will ask us if we have cultivated and cared for the world that he created, for the benefit of all and for future generations, and if we have taken care of our brothers and sisters. Pope Leo XIV
October 5, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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The feast of St. Francis of Assisi is a good time to reflect that what we do to the natural world we do to each other.
Image shows a statue of St. Francis of Assisi with the words Lord, make me an instrument of your Peace
October 4, 2025 at 1:18 PM
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"God will ask us if we have cultivated and cared for the world that he created for the benefit of all and for future generations, and if we have taken care of our brothers and sisters - what will be our answer, my dear friends?"
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Pope Leo hits out at critics of global warming
In his first major statement on climate change, the pontiff criticises those who minimise climate change.
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October 2, 2025 at 10:25 PM
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Honoring Dr. Jane Goodall. A true inspiration. A true leader.
Image of a chimpanzee and the words: Only if we care, will we help. Only if we help, shall all be saved. Dr. Jane Goodall 1934 – 2025
October 1, 2025 at 10:37 PM
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Kentucky friends, register today. Enjoy a delicious dinner and insightful speakers. Event will be at St. Matthews Episcopal Church in Louisville.
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Image of a table set for a dinner with the words: Get a Seat at the Table, Environmental Justice in Kentucky: An Interactive Event, Tuesday, Oct. 7 l 6 PM
September 28, 2025 at 8:09 PM
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Hoping you find some wonder today.
Image of milkweed seeds and the words: The universe is full of magical things patiently waiting for our wits to grow sharper. Eden Phillpotts
September 28, 2025 at 1:23 PM
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Autumn officially begins tomorrow. Welcome to the new season.
Image of a basket of apples and the words: By all these lovely tokens September days are here, With summer’s best of weather And autumn’s best of cheer. Helen Hunt Jackson
September 21, 2025 at 1:57 PM
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Today is Give for Good Louisville. Please consider supporting Kentucky IPL to help build a greener future for all Kentuckians.
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Image of a field of goldenrod and the words Join people of all faiths in caring for Creation. Give for Good Louisville
September 18, 2025 at 3:51 PM
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Find joy in every day and every season.
Image of a field of fall flowers and the words: All the days of the earth, seedtime and harvest, cold and heat, Summer and winter, and day and night shall not cease. Genesis 8:22
September 14, 2025 at 2:02 PM
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Good morning!
Image of sunrise over mountains and the words: Fill us at daybreak with your mercy, that all our days we may sing for joy. Psalm 90:14
September 7, 2025 at 1:04 PM
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Wishing everyone a restful weekend.
Image of a dock and a misty lake with the words: Rest and be thankful. So may the Soul, through powers that Faith bestows, Win rest, and ease, and peace, with bliss that Angels share. ― William Wordsworth
August 31, 2025 at 1:20 PM