By LiCAS.news
INDONESIA – A Catholic parish in Indonesia has launched a grassroots environmental program that brings Pope Francis’ Laudato Si’ to life through practical action.
St Joseph Parish in Bandung initiated the “Go To Green Parish” campaign this year, aiming to promote ecological sustainability and economic empowerment through organic waste processing.
The program, led by the parish’s Social Concerns Ministry in partnership with its environmental team, includes hands-on training in waste management and the production of organic fertilizer.
“This activity is a concrete implementation of Laudato Si’ to realize a green parish,” said Faustinus Sugeng Haryono, head of the parish’s social ministry.
The trainings were rolled out in three areas: Giri Sekar, Bogor, and Beji between May and June, drawing about 50 participants per session.
The workshops featured environmental educators Henricus Heri Wantoro and Drs. P. Kianto Atmodjo, M.Si., both affiliated with the Laudato Si’ Chapter Yogyakarta and the regional commission for justice, peace, and integrity of creation.
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