Summary of Laudato si', introducción

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Pope Francis' Laudato si' calls for all people to recognize the interconnectedness of all things and to begin a dialogue about the problems faced by our planet. The document is divided into seven sections, each with a different focus. In the introduction, Pope Francis quotes from the Book of Genesis and saint Francis of Assisi. He calls for a renewed dialogue on how we're building the future of the planet and urges all humans to seek sustainable, integrated development.

• 00:00:00 The video discusses Pope Francis' apostolic exhortation, Laudato si', which focuses on the environment and the care of creation. The document is divided into seven sections, each with a different focus. In the introduction, Pope Francis calls for all people to recognize the interconnectedness of all things and to begin a dialogue about the problems faced by our planet. He quotes from the Book of Genesis and saint Francis of Assisi. The seven sections of the document are: 1) Thesis, 2) Relationship with nature, 3) The economy and the environment, 4) The human person and the environment, 5) Living in harmony with nature, 6) The spiritual dimension of ecology, and 7) A final call to action.
• 00:05:00 The introduction to Laudato si' begins with San Francisco entering communication and discussing the creation that is present in it. It points out how inseparable concern for nature, justice for the poor, and commitment to society and interior peace are. San Buenaventura, one of San Francisco's disciples, is mentioned and he says that this conviction cannot be disregarded as irrational romanticism. The introduction ends with Pope Francis' call to all humans to seek sustainable, integrated development and to remember that things can change just as he calls for a renewed dialogue on how we're building the future of the planet. There are several specific points made in this introduction, including the addition of this document to the church's social magisterium and the hope that it will help us recognize the magnitude, urgency, and beauty of the challenge we face. The next videos in this series will focus on specific chapters of Laudato si', so be sure to watch them to get a better understanding of what is being discussed. Finally, remember that you make a difference and don't be afraid to take action.