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SUMMARY:10 Years of Laudato Si': A Decade of Ecological and Social Transformation
DESCRIPTION:    Laudato Si’ 10th Anniversary | Pope Francis’ Legacy of Green Hope  \nLaudato Youth – Stewards of the Future   \n– Pilgrims of Green Hope –  \n \n\n       To mark the 10th anniversary of Laudato Si\, the Laudato Youth Initiative will conduct two major events. In Kampala archdiocese (Munyonyo Martyrs’ Shrine – Uganda Martyrs Basilica) and Fort Portal Diocese ( Mukabura on-going Formation Centre) \nDay 1 – May 15 | Kampala\n \nThe Archdiocese of Kampala\, in partnership with the Association of Religious in Uganda (ARU) Secretariat\, and Laudato Si Centre Comboni and John Paul l Justice and Peace Centre  – Laudato Youth Initiative will join the Universal Church to mark 10 years of Laudato Si and its impact. To celebrate this event\, Kampala Archdiocese and the partners have organized a two-day Laudato Si Encounter which will take place at Uganda Martyrs Basilica\, Munyonyo. The purpose of this two-day event is to: Pray\, Listen\, and Share on the fruits of the first 10 years of Laudato Si and dialogue on the hopes and actions required now and in the coming years. As Pope Francis reminds us\, “Interdependence obliges us to think of one world with a common plan” (LS 164). \nLaudato Youth Stewards of the future Read More\nOur Participation will involve \nMr. Augustine Bahemuka Research Lead – Laudato Youth Initiative\, serving as the moderator of the day for Day one of the 10th Anniversary of Laudato Si (May 15th 2025)\nPresentations and Panel discussions will focus on Legacy of Pope Francis as Pilgrims of green and assessing the Laudato Youth role in shaping Catholic Environmental Action and Advocacy as a way to evaluate and celebrate the positive impact of the journey towards an intergral ecology that will keep the message of Pope Francis alive in Uganda thus establish concrete steps to impact Uganda society and inpire the rest of the world calling on more people to participate in this noble cause. \nSeveral Ugandan organizations dedicated to creation care are uniting for dialogue to explore collaborative\, faith-inspired ecological action. We desire to see a united consortium of faith ecological enthusiasts inspired by the message of the encyclical Laudato Si as an effort towards building a legacy of Pope Francis’ ecological  efforts – Read more\n  \nOrganisations united for dialogue to foster a united effort towards Climate Action\n\nDay 2 – May 16 | Kampala\nRaising Hope For Climate Change. Laudato Si’ 10th Anniversary Celebration – May 16\, 2025 Archdiocese of Kampala\nFaith and biodiversity restoration are vital forces that can shape the future of our common home. May the blood of the martyrs\, shed in defense of creation and justice\, continue to bless our land and inspire it to bear good fruit. Laudato Youth\, United for Climate Action  \nTo Pray\, Listen & Share on the fruits of the first 10 years of Laudato Si and dialogue on hopes and action required now and the coming years.\nToday\, May 16\, 2025\, we had the blessed opportunity to participate in the 10th Anniversary Mass of Laudato Si’\, presided over by His Grace\, Paul Ssemogerere the Archbishop of Kampala. This significant celebration was a moment to: Pray\, giving thanks for the life and Papacy of Pope Francis for the seed of faith and of hope whose fruits for the past 10 years have inspired climate action.  We had the opportunity Listen to voices reflecting on our shared journey of ecological conversion\, Shared experiences and testimonies of transformation inspired by Laudato Si’. Engage in dialogue about the hopes\, challenges\, and urgent actions needed now and in the coming years. \n\nOur Laudato Si Club of Holy Cross Lake View S.S.S Wanyange showcased ecological exhibitions which say no to Ugandas leading destructive practices of environmental destruction. As we look ahead\, to renew our commitment to care for our common home\, deepen our solidarity with the vulnerable\, and take bold steps for climate justice in Uganda and beyond. Together\, as change makers and stewards of the future. Laudato Si’ — Praise be to You! \nECOLOGICAL SCIENCE AND INNOVATION EXHIBITION\nLaudato Si club of Holy Cross Lake View S.S.S. prepares to showcase Laudato Youth Exhibitions at the 10th  \nAnniversary of Laudato Si \n \nLaudato Youth ( Laudato Si club of Holy Cross Lake View S.S.S ) will showcase an exhibition of items and tools developed in preserving Mother Earth. These Exhibitions will feature Spiritual and Science Environmental Projects.  These exhibitions demonstrate eco-friendly alternatives to plastics\, to highlight practical solutions in the minds of young people\, aimed at enhancing waste collection and recycling initiatives to reduce the amount of plastic waste that ends up in our environment. \n                      \nLaudato Si Club of Holy Cross Lake View: Exhibition featuring \n Science and Innovation Sustainability Projects – at the LYI Climate Booth Tent. \nRaisingAwareness about the Dangers of Plastic Pollution \nSmart Dustbin innovation \nRegenerative activities for Creative Recycling \nGreenhouse for Sustainable Farming \nSmart Water Pump Innovation \n  \nOther Activities  \nHoly Mass led by the Archbishop of Kampala\, His Grace Paul Ssemogerere\, followed by a keynote note address on Laudato Si\, speeches by selected speakers (religious and government officials)\, and testimonies. \n \nLaudato Si Club of Holy Cross Lake View: Exhibition featuring\nProjects – at the LYI Climate Booth Tent \n Science and Innovation Sustainability  \n\nWhat is happening to our common home?. RaisingAwareness about the Dangers of Plastic Pollution \n \nSmart Dustbin innovation \n \nRegenerative activities for Creative Recycling \n \nGreenhouse for Sustainable Farming \n \nSmart Water Pump Innovation \n \n\nMay 17 | Laudato Si Talk/ Laudato Youth activities\nFaith and Action define our work and Mission.  Massive tree planting during Laudato Si Week (2024) at Mukabura\, Fort Portal Diocese\n\n \n \n\nFr. Ronnie Kawooya\, C.S.C. – Laudato Si’: From understanding Laudato Si’ spiritual roots to Uniting for Climate Action.\n\n \n\nMs. Immaculate Kisembo/Mr. Daniel Rusahura  – Laudato Si’ at 10 Years; Laudato Youth Initiative Living the legacy of Pope Francis.\n\n \n\nPraise and Worship (Praise be God)\, or Creative ecological performance – Laudato Youth Initiative Team.\n\n \n\nLYI Team (Sarah\, Benard\, Augustine) – Laudato Youth Initiative Activities and Programs.\n\n \nMay 18 | Fort Portal\nTree planting and Mass \nOpen Air Mass and Tree Planting: We blend Faith and Ecology – Youth Pray during Last Year’s Conference \n \nMay 19 | Meeting of Patrons/Mentors – Pilgrimage to  St. Adolf Holy Cross Parish\, Kanyabachope.  \n \nLaudato Youth Voices – Living Laudato Si in Daily Life and reflecting on the life of St. Adolf Mukasa Ludigo \nA Ugandan martyr born at Misazi\, Myeri\, Butiti Parish in Kyenjonjo. He is the Patron of farmers\, herdsmen.  \nProgram \n\nOpen Air Green Mass –  St. Adolf Holy Cross Parish\, Kanyabachope.\nDiscussions on Restoration & Conservation Programs for Nature by our Laudato Si Clubs\n\nSession 2 \n\nIntroducing Micro Climates in Urban institutions and  communities\nDiscussions and an Ecological walk to the parish reconciliation gardens \n\nReach out to us in case you want to participate or support our events. \n  \n  \n\nOpen Air Green Mass –  St. Adolf Holy Cross Parish\, Kanyabachope.\n\n \n \nDiscussions on Restoration & Conservation Programs for Nature by our Laudato Si Clubs \n \n  \n\n← Back Thank you for your response. ✨\n\n\n					\n						\n							\n							\n						\n						\n						\n						\n						\n							\n								\n									\n										\n										\n									\n									\n										\n										\n									\n								\n							\n						\n						\n							\n								\n									\n									\n										\n									\n									\n									\n								\n							\n						\n					\n				\n\n\n\nName(required)\n\n \n			\n				\n					\n						\n						\n						\n					\n				\n				\n			 \n	\n\n\nEmail(required)\n\n \n			\n				\n					\n						\n						\n						\n					\n				\n				\n			 \n	\n\n\nWebsite\n\n \n			\n				\n					\n						\n						\n						\n					\n				\n				\n			 \n	\n\n\nMessage\n\n \n			\n				\n					\n						\n						\n						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n	\n	\n\n				\n					\n				\n						Submit		\n		\n		\n	 \nΔ
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LOCATION:Munyonyo Martyrs’ Shrine – Uganda Martyrs Basilica\, Uganda
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