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What is climate change? A definition from the Department of Ecology of Washington State reads: Climate includes patterns of temperature, precipitation, humidity, wind and seasons. It affects more than just a change in the weather and refers to seasonal changes over a long period of time. These climate patterns play a fundamental role in shaping natural ecosystems, and the human economies and cultures that depend on them.

It may be used inter-changably with global warming as they’re closely related. Global warming causes climates to change. Here is NASA discussion on the two terms, What's In A Name?

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On Laudato Si' & the Imminent Problem of Care for Creation

On Care for Our Common Hom

An interview with Father John Rausch of the Glenmary Home Missioners discusses Pope Francis' 2015 encyclical, Laudato Si': On Care for Our Common Home. Father Rausch asserts that the "care of creation" issue is spiritual, not economic or ecological, with profound consequences for the poor and all humanity. He emphasizes our interconnectedness, stating that saving Earth requires strong relationships and values that foster community and the global commons.

Acknowledging the reality of climate change, Father Rausch urges dialogue and lifestyle changes. As a Catholic Priest and environmental steward in US Southern Appalachia, he actively works to stop destructive mountain top mining, which devastates biodiversity and communities. This content is from Some Day Fire Productions (Ashley Young).

EarthSayers John Rausch; Ashley Young

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