Those studying #QueridaAmazonia should be sure to read the very powerful final document from the Synod: "We propose to define ecological sin as an action or omission against God, against one's neighbor, the community and the environment. It is sin against future generations..."
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Tho Francis chose not to endorse the recommendation of the Synod on ordaining married men, he gave significant weight to the Final Document, which made the case. The subject, in other words, is not going away. See Par 111
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Many radical proposals and perspectives in this document. Through the Amazon--its ecosystem, its peoples, and its cultures--they have entered into the lifeblood of the Church.
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Its like you read my piece for NCR which comes out Friday....which starts with exactly that from the final report....
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