Working Together to Protect the Earth
In November 2018, the Conventual Franciscan Friars of the Province of Our Lady of Consolation launched the Franciscan Earth Care Initiative, celebrating the Franciscan tradition of honoring nature, the environment, and our planet. Much has happened within our Province since that time! As a pilot program within the Earth Care Initiative, Greening the Mount at Mount St. Francis has led the way for diverse Province environmental projects, activities, and successes, both nationally and internationally. The Franciscan Earth Care Initiative continues efforts that promote environmental stewardship and sustainability into our everyday lives.
The Province, through the Franciscan Earth Care Initiative, has committed to the following activities and more:
- Solar installations at several Province locations.
- Building renovations using recycled and sustainable materials and resources.
- Educating walkers, hikers, and community members about nature and the environment within the natural areas of the Province.
- Educational programs and speakers incorporating nature and spirituality to bring greater awareness of the importance of respecting and protecting the environment.
- Ways in which the friars and the community can work together to protect the earth.
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Featured Events
Earth Care Sunday
The Dick Sisto Trio – Down to Earth
Upcoming Events
Earth Care Sunday
The Dick Sisto Trio – Down to Earth
A Lenten Exhortation to the Friars
Solar Panel Project
What started at Mount Saint Francis, Indiana has become a global intiative for our Province.
Laudato Si Celebration
More than 420 trees were given away at Mount Saint Francis during our 2020 Tree Giveaway in celebration of Laudato Si. It was great to know that five native species trees were given to new homes and eventually will help to clean our air, cool our homes and yards, beautify the environment, and provide shelter for birds and other animals.
Blessing of Nature and Trailhead Kiosk at Mount St. Francis
Fr. John Elmer blesses our first new trailhead kiosk at Mount St. Francis made possible by generous donors and volunteers.