LAUDATO SI’ Virtual REFLECTION CENTER
A Space for Ecological Spirituality.
Welcome to the Laudato Si’ Virtual Reflection Centre — a sacred digital space for contemplation, learning, and dialogue inspired by Pope Francis’ call to care for our common home.
Rooted in the spirit of Laudato Si’, this space brings together faith, ecological awareness, and academic reflection. Here, visitors are invited to pause, reflect, and act — nurturing a deeper sense of responsibility for the Earth and all creation.
“The entire material universe speaks of God’s love, His boundless affection for us.” — Laudato Si’, 84
Our Purpose
The Virtual Reflection Centre seeks to:
Introduce students, staff, alumni, and the community to the teachings of Laudato Si’.
Foster reflection on ecological justice, biodiversity, and climate resilience.
Provide a quiet, inspiring space for prayer, reading, and personal reflection.
Encourage practical action for the care and sustainability of our planet.
Our Mission
The Laudato Si’ Virtual Reflection Centre exists to nurture a culture of ecological spirituality, intellectual engagement, and community action within the Catholic tradition.
Grounded in prayer and dialogue, the Centre invites us to recognize the interconnectedness of all creation and the moral call to care for our common home. It is a place where faith meets science, where contemplation inspires action, and where the voices of the Earth and the poor are heard and honoured.
“Living our vocation to be protectors of God’s handiwork is essential to a life of virtue.” — Laudato Si’, 217
Our Motto
Listen carefully. Reflect deeply. With God’s grace, respond bravely. (LRGR)
🌱 Explore the Six Thematic Zones
Each zone invites you to a deeper experience of reflection, learning, and connection with creation.
Creation Care Walk
Journey through the beauty of creation — from forests and oceans to mountains and rivers. Each step reveals God’s handiwork and our sacred duty as stewards of the Earth. 💬 Reflection: “How can I honour creation in my daily life?”
Cry of the Earth, Cry of the Poor
This space reminds us that environmental destruction and social injustice are interconnected. The suffering of the Earth is tied to the suffering of the poor and vulnerable. 💬 Reflection: “How do my choices impact both people and the planet?” 🌍 Explore stories of communities building hope through ecological action.
Integral Ecology Garden
Discover how all life is connected — human, natural, and spiritual. This garden symbolizes balance and harmony between people and nature. 💬 Reflection: “Where in my life do I need to restore balance?”
Contemplative Prayer Space
Enter a quiet space of prayer and gratitude. Here you can meditate on the Canticle of the Sun, offer prayers for creation, or listen to nature’s still voice. 💬 Prayer: “Creator God, open my eyes to see You in all things. May I live with gratitude and act with love.”
Cry of Hope Gallery
Celebrate beauty and hope through images, art, and poetry from nature. A reminder that creation is not only to be protected — it is to be celebrated. 💬 Reflection: “What fills me with hope about our world?”
Action Pavilion
Move from reflection to action. Here you’ll find practical steps and resources to live out ecological conversion — from reducing your carbon footprint to participating in CUZ’s green initiatives. 💬 Reflection: “What small change can I make today to care for our common home?”