How can Catholics embrace environmental stewardship within the framework of their faith? 

Today, Dr. Michael Dauphinais sits down with Dr. Samuel Shephard, a noted Catholic ecologist and professor of biology at Ave Maria University, to discuss the principles of stewardship. Throughout their conversation, they explore the Catholic Church's perspectives on the environment, reflecting on the integral role humans play in nurturing and protecting creation. They also touch on practical steps for engaging more actively in environmental care, emphasizing the Church's unique contributions to contemporary ecological discussions. 

Resources: 

• Annunciation Circle (Ave Maria University Monthly Giving Community) 
• Ave Maria University website
• Learn more about Dr. Shephard and his work here
• Read Dr. Shephard’s latest, peer-reviewed article on how the “recreational killing of wild animals can foster environmental stewardship” 
• Check out AMU’s new Agriculture and Catholic Environmental Stewardship (ACES) minor, overseen by Dr. Shephard 

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