The Earth Charter |
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On Earth Day 2004, the IHM congregation endorsed the Earth Charter, joining thousands of organizations and individuals around the world, including schools and churches, ecological and religious organizations, diocesan social justice commissions, socially responsible investment groups, universities and townships. The Earth Charter is the most negotiated document in human history. Well over 1,000 groups on every continent were consulted as the Earth Charter was being drafted. The charter calls for integrated solutions to the interrelated social, economic and environmental problems facing the globe today. At its core it is a spiritual and ethical manifestation of people's identity, relationships, work and political advocacy for the public interest. Prior to the endorsement, the IHM community spent several weeks in study and prayer, which included comparing the 16 principles of the Earth Charter with positions the community has taken throughout its history. The symmetry between the two was exciting and compelling. The IHM congregation continues to discern ways to enact the corporate stance.
The IHM Congregation and the Earth Charter (PDF, 821 KB) The Earth Charter Initiative: 2007 Report of Activities (PDF, 1.26 MB) - The IHM Community's use of the Earth Charter as an Educational tool is mentioned on page 33 of this report.
Download a copy of the Earth Charter. (PDF, 427 KB) Additional resources for further exploration of the Earth Charter. (PDF, 67 KB)
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