Reconciliation with Earth Through Stewardship and Responsibility
Father Burghardt argues the rupture between humans and nature demands reconciliation rooted in responsibility. He critiques the American consumer mindset and urges a shift from domination to stewardship guided by religious and ethical reflection. The piece calls for abandoning the notion that more consumption equals virtue and highlights the energy crisis as a test of commitment.
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Cr. J. Barrie Shepherd
H. Paul Santmire
Dialog
Joseph Sittler
Vermont
New York
Idec
John H. Miller
C.S.C
Notre Dame
Univ. of Notre Dame
Beauty and Creation Through Faithful Perception
Father Carl F. Pfeifer reflects on the intimate bond between a woman and a magnolia blossom as a way to glimpse God in nature. He urges readers to awaken senses and open hearts to daily miracles, recognizing humanity, nature, and the Creator in quiet moments and natural beauty.
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Walter J. Burghardt
God
Earth
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Father Carl F. Pfeifer
Core
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