The concept of intergenerational solidarity must be quite new among the lay community. It is not something I am overly familiar with. However, I remember studying Berry under Fr. Sean McDonagh a while back and coming across the title of a book or article wherein the question was raised as to how much one can possibly love one's child when one leaves a pillaged Earth for him/her to survive upon. I was taken aback then and the awareness of my responsibility towards future generations has stayed with me since.
The idea of the common good and the preferential option for the poor along with intergenerational solidarity are important gospel values calling Christians today through Laudato Si. Yes, we all need conversion to become more fully disciples of Jesus!
Another fine talk in this series - and the best explanation of the phrase "the communion of saints" that I've heard.
The concept of intergenerational solidarity must be quite new among the lay community. It is not something I am overly familiar with. However, I remember studying Berry under Fr. Sean McDonagh a while back and coming across the title of a book or article wherein the question was raised as to how much one can possibly love one's child when one leaves a pillaged Earth for him/her to survive upon. I was taken aback then and the awareness of my responsibility towards future generations has stayed with me since.
The idea of the common good and the preferential option for the poor along with intergenerational solidarity are important gospel values calling Christians today through Laudato Si. Yes, we all need conversion to become more fully disciples of Jesus!