BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Laudato Youth Initiative | Uniting Youth for Climate Action - ECPv6.16.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Laudato Youth Initiative | Uniting Youth for Climate Action X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://laudato-youthinitiative.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Laudato Youth Initiative | Uniting Youth for Climate Action REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20220101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20230101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Africa/Nairobi BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0300 TZOFFSETTO:+0300 TZNAME:EAT DTSTART:20220101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250630T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250701T170000 DTSTAMP:20260618T172755 CREATED:20250624T134159Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T135429Z UID:63245-1751270400-1751389200@laudato-youthinitiative.org SUMMARY:Laudato Si Clubs President to Participate in Vatican African Conference on Climate Resilience DESCRIPTION:From climate crisis to climate resilience in Africa at local and regional levels\n\n\n\nStrengthening Climate Resilience through partnerships\, networking\, science and policy\, and consultations with society for positive actions. Mobilizing and strengthening the voices and actions of decentralized governments (mayors and governors) at local\, sub-national\, national\, and regional levels\, as well as Climate COP 2025. Special emphasis on youth. \nWith Youth Engagement\, as an integral part of the conference \nOur Laudato Si Clubs President Sarah Kirikumwino together with Bethany Land Institute and other youth leaders will attend this conference organized by the Pontifical Academy of Sciences (PAS) and the Pontifical Academy of Social Sciences (PASS). \n\n\n\nAt the heart of the summit lies a powerful framework—Mitigation\, Adaptation\, and Societal Transformation (MAST)—designed to bend the climate curve\, reduce vulnerabilities\, and galvanize support for lasting change. This pivotal gathering will contribute to the development of city and regional Protocols for Climate Resilience\, serving as key inputs to COP30\, COP31\, and the Final Vatican Summit in 2026. It also aims to catalyze capacity-building initiatives that will empower communities across Africa to implement climate solutions from the ground up. \nWe are happy to participate in this impactful event and be part of an initiative that is shaping a global blueprint for climate resilience\, starting in Africa. This initiative amplifies voices for our role in living out the values of Laudato Si’ and responding to the urgent climate crisis in Africa. Shaping ground for our African interpretation of Laudato Si. \n\n\n\nThe Africa Summit: Strategic orientation and implementation \n\n\n\nRegional Contexts: Tailor solutions to Africa’s unique and diverse climate challenges and socio- economic\, political/governance\, and cultural contexts\, including exploring the role of forests and related nature based\, and science based solutions. \nYouth Engagement\, as an integral part of the conference \nCommunity Engagement: Involve local communities\, farmers\, pastoralists\, Indigenous groups\, and regional stakeholders in discussions and decision-making. Invite PAS/PASS academicians with scholarly expertise and interest in the African conference. \nRegional Collaboration: Foster regional and international cooperation and knowledge sharing to develop effective\, innovative and scalable climate solutions.\nEquity: Ensure that the summit prioritizes equity and the protection of the poorest and most vulnerable populations\, including Indigenous people\, children\, and youth. Address the disproportionate impacts of climate change on marginalized communities and incorporate diverse perspectives in climate planning. \nCivil Society and Episcopal Conference Engagement: The conference shall include and actively engage religious communities\, such as the regional episcopal bishops’ conference. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nViews of the Laudato Youth Initiative and Conference of Parties (COPs) \nCOP30 \nRethinking the Role of Corporate Climate Action: A Ugandan Perspective with Laudato Youth Initiative; Stewards of the Future.\nCOP29 \nThe international response to the climate crisis needs to bridge the gap between Cop summits and the experience of those who face its consequences. It must ignite hope for a climate-resilient generation\n  URL:https://laudato-youthinitiative.org/event/laudato-si-clubs-president-to-participate-in-vatican-african-conference-on-climate-resilience/ LOCATION:Nairobi\, Kenya & online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://laudato-youthinitiative.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Screenshot-2025-06-24-at-12.53.23 PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250529T150000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250530T163000 DTSTAMP:20260618T172755 CREATED:20250528T083846Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250601T160111Z UID:62361-1748530800-1748622600@laudato-youthinitiative.org SUMMARY:Raising Hope for a Reconciled Creation: Celebrating 10 Years of Laudato Si’ DESCRIPTION:Laudato Si Week\nRaising Hope for a Reconciled Creation: Celebrating 10 Years of Laudato Si’ May 29 | 3:00–4:30 PM (Rome Time)\n \nOur Laudato Youth Initiative Mentor Br. Adolf Mugume\, C.S.C.\, will be one of the featured speakers for this webinar sharing about our success story featured in Laudato Si Action Platform blog article \nUganda: https://laudatosiactionplatform.org/how-a-ugandan-catholic-youth-led-initiative-is-responding-to-laudato-si/\nAs we rejoice in the election of Pope Leo XIV and enter a new chapter in the life of the Church\, we gather with gratitude to commemorate a decade of Pope Francis’ prophetic encyclical Laudato Si´. \n \nThis webinar will be a moment of reflection\, celebration\, and renewed commitment to the care of our common home\, marking the 10th anniversary of Laudato Si´. Through prayer\, music\, and storytelling\, we will lift the words of Pope Francis\, share the story and fruits of Laudato Si’\, and highlight inspiring testimonies of transformation from Laudato Si´ Action Platform (LSAP) participants. We will also reflect on the inner conversion of the heart and the attitudes to build deeper communion with God\, creation\, and one another. In addition\, the gathering will include updates on the LSAP and its growing impact worldwide\, recognizing it as a tool for an ecological conversion journey. \n \nHosted by the Justice\, Peace and Integrity Commission from the men’s and women’s International Unions of Superior Generals (UISG/USG)\, religious sector partners of the Laudato Si’ Action Platform and with contributions from the Laudato Si’ Action Platform team and the Laudato Si’ Movement\, this webinar invites us to stand in solidarity and raise hope for a reconciled creation\, as we welcome Pope Leo XIV and give thanks for the enduring legacy of Pope Francis. \nLSAP WEBINAR – BR. ADOLF Presentation by Br. Adolf\, C.S.C\nLearn more about our work\nLaudato Youth Initiative\nMore about Our 10 year anniversary Events in Uganda May 2025 URL:https://laudato-youthinitiative.org/event/raising-hope-for-a-reconciled-creation-celebrating-10-years-of-laudato-si/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://laudato-youthinitiative.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/EN.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250515T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250520T170000 DTSTAMP:20260618T172755 CREATED:20250502T220137Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T132826Z UID:61270-1747296000-1747760400@laudato-youthinitiative.org 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 URL:https://laudato-youthinitiative.org/event/10-years-of-laudato-si-a-decade-of-ecological-and-social-transformation/ LOCATION:Munyonyo Martyrs’ Shrine – Uganda Martyrs Basilica\, Uganda ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laudato-youthinitiative.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/IMG_2052.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250312T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250313T170000 DTSTAMP:20260618T172755 CREATED:20250306T105614Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T120225Z UID:59895-1741770000-1741885200@laudato-youthinitiative.org SUMMARY:Laudato Youth-Led Conference on the Role of Youth in Promoting Peace and Humanity DESCRIPTION:The leaders of the Laudato Youth Initiative are set to present a significant research paper at the University of Nairobi during an upcoming conference on the Role of Youth in Promoting Peace and Humanity. \nConference Details:\n\nDates: March 12-13\, 2025\nLocation: University of Nairobi\nFormat: In-person\nEvent: Laudato Youth-Led Conference on the Role of Youth in Promoting Peace and Humanity\n\nConference Theme:\nClimate Change\, Peace\, and Youth \nConceptual Framework:\nFostering environmental responsibility among young individuals in Uganda and Kenya. \nPresenters:\n\nAugustine Bahemuka – Research Editor\, Laudato Youth Initiative\nImmaculate Kisembo – Publications Editor\, Laudato Youth Initiative\n\nThis conference aims to engage students in meaningful discussions on the intersection of climate change\, peacebuilding\, and youth activism. It will highlight the vital role young people play in promoting sustainable practices and peaceful coexistence within their communities. Additionally\, the event will serve as a precursor to the launch of Season of Creation 2025 activities\, inspired by the theme “Peace with Creation\,” which will guide our initiatives and programs throughout September. URL:https://laudato-youthinitiative.org/event/laudato-youth-led-conference-on-the-role-of-youth-in-promoting-peace-and-humanity/ CATEGORIES:Research and Publications ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laudato-youthinitiative.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/IMG_20230524_131618_759-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240911 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240912 DTSTAMP:20260618T172755 CREATED:20240907T100715Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240907T100715Z UID:57908-1726012800-1726099199@laudato-youthinitiative.org SUMMARY:Interfaith Climate and Environment Conference DESCRIPTION:Event Overview: Interfaith Climate and Environment Conference \nLocation: St. Denis Ssebugwawo Catholic Parish\, Konge Lukuli \nDate: 11th September 2024 \n\nMorning Session (9:00 AM – 12:30 PM): \n9:00 AM – 10:00 AM: Welcome and Opening Remarks \n\nRegistration\nOpening Remarks: Overview of the conference\, introductions of participants\, and the day’s agenda.\nInterfaith Opening Prayer\n\n10:00 AM – 10:30 AM: Keynote Address \n\nTopic: “Climate Change Impacts and Vulnerabilities”\nDiscussion on the effects of climate change on various communities and ecosystems\, supported by data and real-life examples.\n\n10:30 AM – 12:30 PM: Panel Discussion \n\nTopic: “The Moral Imperative of Environmental Stewardship”\nPanelists from diverse faith traditions will explore religious teachings on environmental responsibility.\n\n12:30 PM – 1:30 PM: Lunch Break \n\nAfternoon Session (1:30 PM – 3:00 PM): \n1:30 PM – 2:00 PM: Presentation \n\nTopic: “The Laudato si Encyclical”\nA comprehensive exploration of Pope Francis’ reflection on environmental issues.\n\n2:00 PM – 2:30 PM: Interactive Session \n\nTopic: “Interfaith Collaboration for Climate Action”\nBreakout groups to brainstorm joint initiatives\, advocacy strategies\, community projects\, and collaborative efforts.\n\n2:30 PM – 3:00 PM: Sharing Best Practices \n\nTopic: “Sustainable Practices and Eco-Spirituality”\nDiscussion on effective sustainable practices and integrating eco-spirituality into daily life.\n\n3:00 PM: Departure at Leisure URL:https://laudato-youthinitiative.org/event/interfaith-climate-and-environment-conference/ LOCATION:St. Denis Ssebugwawo Catholic Parish\, Konge Lukuli ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://laudato-youthinitiative.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Final.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240902 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240903 DTSTAMP:20260618T172755 CREATED:20240824T222627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240824T222627Z UID:57746-1725235200-1725321599@laudato-youthinitiative.org SUMMARY:Laudato Youth Initiative: Season of Creation Celebration DESCRIPTION:Date: 2nd September\nVenue: St. Andre Bessette Parish\, Koch Goma\, Gulu\nSetting: Alex’s Home (Our Club Leader)\, featuring our seed beds and demonstration garden \n  \nEvent Schedule\n9:00 AM – Mass\nCelebrate the Season of Creation with a special Mass at St. Andre Bessette Parish. The Parish Youth Choir will lead us in hymns and songs that reflect our commitment to environmental stewardship and community unity. \nOffertory Gifts\nIn a meaningful gesture\, the offertory will consist of fruit trees\, Muvule trees\, and banana suckers. These gifts will be planted as part of our ongoing efforts to enhance green spaces and promote sustainable agriculture. \nAfter Mass – Program Highlights \n\nReading of Pope Francis’ Message\nExperience the profound insights of Pope Francis’ message for this year’s Season of Creation\, which will be read aloud to inspire and motivate us in our ecological and community endeavors.\nQuotations from Laudato Si’\nReflect on selected quotations from Pope Francis’ encyclical Laudato Si’\, which underscores our responsibility towards our common home.\nSharing of Success Stories\nHear inspiring success stories from our club members\, showcasing the achievements and milestones we’ve reached in our nearly one year of activities.\nMessages from Key Figures\n\nMr. Alex\, President of Gulu Club: A special address from Alex\, who will share his vision and reflections on our journey and future goals.\nFr. Berry\, Our Patron: Words of encouragement and blessings from Fr. Berry\, highlighting the importance of our mission and the impact of our work.\nSarah\, Our President: Should she be present\, Sarah will offer her message\, emphasizing the collective effort and spirit of our initiative.\n\n\n\nTree Planting Activity\nImmediately following the messages\, we will engage in a collective tree planting ceremony at the parish grounds. This hands-on activity symbolizes our commitment to nurturing and protecting the environment. \nSightseeing and Land Blessing \n\nVisit to the One Acre Land\nTour the newly offered one-acre plot designated for establishing a large nursery. The visit will include a blessing of the land and a ceremonial launch of the nursery project\, marking the beginning of a new chapter in our environmental efforts.\n\nBreak Tea at Alex’s Place\nEnjoy a relaxing break with tea and snacks at Alex’s home. This informal gathering will provide an opportunity for fellowship and further discussion on our projects and plans. \nDeparture\nThe day will conclude at leisure\, allowing participants to depart as they wish after a fulfilling and inspiring day. \n\nNotes: \n\nDress Code: Comfortable attire suitable for both indoor and outdoor activities is recommended.\nWhat to Bring: Participants may wish to bring gardening gloves and hats for the tree planting activity.\nTransportation: Ensure transportation arrangements are made in advance if necessary.\n\nWe look forward to celebrating the Season of Creation with you and deepening our commitment to environmental stewardship and community growth. URL:https://laudato-youthinitiative.org/event/laudato-youth-initiative-season-of-creation-celebration/ CATEGORIES:Season of Creation 2024 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://laudato-youthinitiative.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/IMG_0149.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240127T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240129T180000 DTSTAMP:20260618T172755 CREATED:20240123T191549Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240123T191549Z UID:51620-1706346000-1706551200@laudato-youthinitiative.org SUMMARY:Convocation-2024 DESCRIPTION:The Essentials\nConvocation 2024 is set to take place February 27-29 on the campus of St. Edward’s University. We hope to see you there as Convocation is the largest annual gathering of Holy Cross educators from across the country and around the world. At the upcoming Convocation\, we expect more than 300 members of the Holy Cross family to gather in Austin and experience the HOPE that inspired Bl. Basile Moreau\, the Congregation’s founder. Moreau’s visionary concept  “With Hope to Bring” is the theme of Convocation 2024. \n\nAs our financial model is changing\, we ask for your financial support in the form of a donation so that together we can keep Convocation vibrant and viable long into the future. Please make a donation at the level most comfortable for you\, and thank you for your valued support: https://www.givecampus.com/campaigns/37977/donations/new Please note: Because St. Edward’s University hosts Convocation\, attendees who are part of St. Edward’s are excluded from this appeal. \nWhile there is no registration fee for Convocation\, each guest enjoys several complimentary meals\, high-quality Holy Cross programming that supports one’s professional development\, prayer services and liturgies that are prepared in advance by trained ministers\, and other benefits as well. There are costs associated with all these services\, and the Holy Cross Institute has historically absorbed these costs as a gesture of hospitality to our guests. \nYour Accommodations\nWe are returning this year to the Austin Southpark Hotel\, where all participants can book rooms at rates specially reduced for the Convocation. The Southpark will be a hub at breakfast time and in the evening hours after the Convocation has concluded for the day. It’s never too early to book your rooms at the Austin Southpark Hotel: https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1691687547691&key=GRP&app=resvlink. The Austin Southpark Hotel is five minutes from St. Edward’s University\, and shuttle bus transportation will be provided by one of the premier lines in the Austin area\, Clark Charters and Travel. We look forward to all our CSC guests staying under one roof and enjoying a short ride to Convocation. \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\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Schedule\n\n\n\n\nTuesday Feb. 27 — First Day (Focus on K-8 and High Schools)\n9:00 AM           Prayer\, Acknowledgment Statement and Welcome \n9:30 AM           Morning Plenary Session \nChristian Education: The Foundation of Bringing Hope When Hope Is Fading\, Toni West\, Moreau Catholic High School \nHope Is Not a Strategy\, It Is a Holy Cross Core Value\, Julie Barthel and Mark Matthews\, Cathedral High School \n10:45 AM         Breakout Sessions \n12:00 PM          Optional Mass & Lunch\, OUR LADY QUEEN OF PEACE CHAPEL AND MABEE BALLROOM \n2-2:45 PM         Afternoon Session 1:  K-8/High School Workshops and Affinity Groups for Higher Ed \n(options for affinity groups will be listed below at a later date) \n\nEnsuring a Mission Centered School Day\, Eric DesOrmeaux\, Holy Cross High School (New Orleans)\nInfusing Holy Cross Spirituality into Schools Through Yearly Themes\, KC McKenna & Owen Williams\, St. Edward High School\nSt Joseph\, the Exemplar of Moreau’s Christian Education\, Richard Vasquez\, Holy Cross of San Antonio\nSt. André Projects: Junior/Senior Service Capstone Projects\, Cole Hepp\, Cathedral High School\nBlended Workshop\n\nStudents with Learning Differences: Navigating the Transition from High School to College\, Monica Rodriquez and Jennifer Mattes\, Archbishop Hoban High School\nMission Driven: A Catholic School’s Model to Creating a Sustainable DEI Program\, Medene Presley and Dr. Kelly Jackson\, Notre Dame High School (Sherman Oaks\, CA)\n\n\nBlended Workshop:\n\nHabits of Hope: Forming Desire for the Good through Campus Ministry\, Amanda Saunders-MacMillan and Dr. Mathew Scruggs\, Bishop McNamara High School\nBRO – Brothers Reaching Others: Monthly Student Led Evening Retreat\, Michael Abbott and Mike Celentano Notre Dame High School (West Haven\, CT)\n\n\nHope and Happiness: A Practical Guide to Cultivating Cheer with Today’s Teens\, Monica Schreck\, Notre Dame High School (Sherman Oaks\, CA)\nSacrament of Hope: How the Real Presence of Jesus Can Transform Holy Cross Communities\, Narciso Bernardo\, St. Francis High School\nThe Walk to Chateau Gontier: The Foundational Story of Holy Cross\, Peter Francis Smith-Shelley\, Moreau Catholic High School\nHoly Cross Associates: Growth\, Witness\, and Mission\, Jessica S. Plaspohl\, Holy Cross Associates and Chris Fahey\, Archbishop Hoban High School\nIntegrating Holy Cross Missionary History into Curriculum and Institutional Identity\, Michael Jezewak\, Holy Cross Mission Center\nUnlocking the Potential\, Joy\, and Hope Found in Educating Multilingual Learners\, Katy Lichon Ph.D.\, University of Notre Dame\n\nAffinity Groups for Higher Education: TBA \n2:45 – 3:15 PM Coffee / Tea Break \n3:15 – 4:00 PM Afternoon Session 2: K-8/High School Workshops \nAll the above workshops will be offered a second time – please select another workshop to attend. \n4:30 PM            Happy Hour at Southpark Austin Hotel (beverage ticket provided) \n6:00 PM            Dinner on Your Own \nWednesday\, Feb. 28 — Center Day\n9:00 AM           Prayer\, Acknowledgment Statement and Welcome \n9:30 AM           Morning Plenary Session \nReflections on Hope\, Bro. George Schmitz\, C.S.C.\, Notre Dame High School (West Haven\, CT) \n“Oui\, Whee\, We”: Leaning Into Hope\, Holy Cross Style\, Dr. Karen Eifler\, University of Portland \n10:45 AM         Breakout Sessions \n12:00 PM          Lunch/Keynote Followed by Campus Walk \nThey will shine eternally in the skies like the stars of the heavens.” (Christian Education)\, Brother Prodip Placid Gomes\, C.S.C.\, Second Assistant\, Congregation of Holy Cross \n2:00-4:00 PM    Afternoon Sessions — Revisiting Moreau \n\nLaudato Si’ – What Would Moreau Do?\n\nKatie Yohe\, Sisters of the Holy Cross\nBr. Adolf Mugume\, Congregation of Holy Cross\nAvuni Alfred\, John Paul II Justice and Peace Center\nSarah Kirikumwino\, Laudato Youth Initiative\nNancy Salisbury\, St. Edward’s University\nFabio Marinho Aidar and Joana Procópio França\, Colegio Santa Cruz\n\n\n\n4:30 PM            Eucharist\, OUR LADY QUEEN OF PEACE CHAPEL \n6:00 PM            Cocktail Reception\, COURTYARD BETWEEN EQUITY HALL AND PREMONT HALL \n7:00 PM           Convocation Banquet – Presentation of Awards\, MABEE BALLROOM \nThursday Feb. 29 — Final Day (Focus on Higher Education)\n9:00 AM           Prayer\, Acknowledgment Statement and Welcome \n9:30 AM           Morning Plenary Session \nBasil Moreau and Teaching with A.I.: “Not at the Expense of the Heart”\, Kris Sloan\, St. Edward’s University \n10:45 AM         Breakout Sessions \n12:00 PM          Optional Mass & Lunch\, OUR LADY QUEEN OF PEACE CHAPEL AND MABEE BALLROOM \n2-2:45 PM         Afternoon Session 1: Higher Education and K-8/High School Educators Workshops  \n\nFrom Hope to Action\, Kathleen Wilburn Ph.D.\, St. Edward’s University\nContemporary Vocation and Formation Programs in the Congregation of Holy Cross\, Brother John Paige CSC\, King’s College and Congregation of Holy Cross Vocation and Formation Commission and Matthew Bartek\, Assistant Director of Vocations\, Congregation of Holy Cross\, United States Province of Priests and Brothers\nLiving Holy Cross\, Kevin Piskadlo and Colleen Ford\, Stonehill College\nHoly Cross in Texas: Frontiers and Foundations\, Mity Myhr and Joseph Howe\, St. Edward’s University\nEmbracing Blessed Basile Moreau’s Legacy of Hope: Our Call to Transformative Action in Troubled Times\, Sister Elaine Poitras\, CSC\, Sister of Holy Cross\n“Who do I want to be when I grow up?” Infusing Vocational Identity Exploration into Psychology and Behavioral Neuroscience Curriculum\, Catherine Campbell\, Katy Goldey\, Monique Jim​​énez-Herrera\, Delia Kothmann Paskos\, Kadie Rackley\, Melissa Vélez\, Jeannetta Williams\, Department of Psychology & Behavioral Neuroscience\, St. Edward’s University\nFostering a Spirituality of Communion on an Increasingly Polarized Campus\, Nicole Labadie\, Saint Mary’s College\n“Incorporating the Holy Cross Mission into Curriculum to Build Hope for the Future–A Conscious Effort\,” Tom Sechrest and Glenda Ballard\, St. Edward’s University\n\n2:45 – 3:15 PM Coffee / Tea Break \n3:15 – 4:00 PM Afternoon Session 2: Higher Education and K-8/High School Educators Workshops  \nAll the above workshops will be offered a second time – please select another workshop to attend. \n4:30 PM        Closing Ceremony\, Executive Director’s Address\, and Memorial Service \n6:00 PM         Dinner on Your Own/ Post-Conference Gathering at an Austin Restaurant URL:https://laudato-youthinitiative.org/event/convocation-2024-4/ LOCATION:St. Edwards University Austin\, Texas\, Premont Hall Suite 104 - 114\, TX\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://laudato-youthinitiative.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/final.png ORGANIZER;CN="St. Edwards University":MAILTO:hci@stedwards.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231021 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231022 DTSTAMP:20260618T172755 CREATED:20231003T221107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231003T221107Z UID:15803-1697846400-1697932799@laudato-youthinitiative.org SUMMARY:Divine Mercy S.S Laudato Walk 21st October. DESCRIPTION: URL:https://laudato-youthinitiative.org/event/divine-mercy-s-s-laudato-walk-21st-october/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laudato-youthinitiative.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Laudato-Youth-Initiative.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Devine Mercy SS Laudato Club":MAILTO:danielrushura21@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20230923T100000 DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20230923T173000 DTSTAMP:20260618T172755 CREATED:20230921T112620Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T134055Z UID:15724-1695463200-1695490200@laudato-youthinitiative.org SUMMARY:Laudato Si Festival 2023 DESCRIPTION:The Laudato club of Holy Cross Lake View S.S.S a club by the Laudato Youth Initiative in collaboration with its partners John Paul II Justice and Peace Center – Kampala and other collaboration partners in the green agenda are organizing a green festival this Saturday 23rd Sept 2023 starting at 10:00am to 5:00pm. \n \nLaudato Youth Initiative is a spiritual movement inspired by the message engrained in the encyclical letter Laudato Si by Pope Francis which was written in 2015: talking about:\n“Care for Mother Earth our Common Home” \nThis season of creation as our youth movement anticipates the new version of Laudato Si we are excited to bring you this big action event as the Laudato Club of Holy Cross Lake View SSS \nCome and we connect and encounter the Nexus of: Young people and their mentors (Synodality) Nature (Tree planting and other nature connections) God (at Mass). You will also learn more about youth involvement in climate action\, Climate justice & Development for Climate Action. \n \nDay’s Activities.\n1. Climate Walk through Musima \,Nakanyonyi and Wanyange with Brass Band as we raise awareness on Environmental governance and climate justice.\n2. Tree Planting along the walk with communities (2000  for planting).\n3. Blood donation at Busaimo Farm-Wanyange\n4. Green Exhibition at Busaimo Farm-Wanyange \n \n5. Climate Debates & Talk shows\, dances.\n6. Green Football match\nHoly Cross VS community Climate champions. Wanbuza playgrounds former Holy Cross ss. \n \nCall patrons\nMr. Anthony Omodo and Mr. Ijonai Emmanuel of Holy Cross SS on\n0774 282920.\n0706 318407.\nFor participation. URL:https://laudato-youthinitiative.org/event/laudato-si-club-green-festival-2023/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laudato-youthinitiative.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Final.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Laudato Club of Holy Cross Lake View School Wanyange":MAILTO:laudatoyouthinitiative@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230801 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230807 DTSTAMP:20260618T172755 CREATED:20230723T145522Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230723T145522Z UID:51616-1690848000-1691366399@laudato-youthinitiative.org SUMMARY:World Youth Day DESCRIPTION:ARE YOU READY FOR World Youth Day (WYD) Laudato Youth are!\n\nWe are less than a month away from WYD in Lisbon Portugal! Being part of the hug number of young people around the world excited and preparing to experience this great gathering with Pope Francis and respond to his message of Laudato Si that invites us to care for our common home because there is no other like it. Laudato Youth Initiative will amplify voices of young people to use this time as an opportunity to pray for our world that is being plundered by our actions and take action to mitigate challenge. We shall begin our World Youth Day event with the celebration of a Laudato Si Mass led by the Laudato Club of Holy Cross Lake View S.S.S Jinja Uganda on 9th July 2023.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLaudato Club Members will unite with their school community to pray for a climate just world and a climate responsive people. If you would like to join in this campaign follow updates on our social media and the mass link will be shared soon on our social media platforms “Laudato Youth Initiative”. You can still join our action response of tree planting\, city cleanup\, and other action response campaigns with John Paul II Justice and Peace Center or visit us at John Paul II Justice and peace center\, Nsambya Kampala\n\nJoin us for a #WasteFreeJuly and Raising voices for #GreenJuly and a #WasteFreeJuly.  We shall also have social media awareness campaigns from our different Laudato Youth leaders encouraging re use of plastics and tree planting as part of our commitment to the environment and waste reduction\, help protect our planet.\n\nJoin us in this challenge–let’s make a positive impact on our environment together! #LaudatoYouthInitiative United for Climate Action come world youth day 2023 URL:https://laudato-youthinitiative.org/event/world-youth-day-3/ LOCATION:Lisbon Portugal\, Lisbon\, Portugal CATEGORIES:world youth day ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laudato-youthinitiative.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/image-vatican-news.jpeg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR