Welcome to the Nativity Laudato Si Blog!

Welcome to the Nativity Laudato Si Blog!

What is Laudato Si?

Laudato Si is the title of the encyclical written by Pope Francis in May 2015. In his writing, the Pope calls for Catholics all over the world to work together to care for the Earth. This summer, a small group of parishioners participated in a deep study of this encyclical and created a year full of simple ways for all members of Nativity to work towards the common goal of making our world a better, more beautiful place for future generations. Stop by often to keep informed on the work we are doing as a faith community to care for our environment. We look forward to taking this journey with you!

Sunday, October 30, 2016

Save the Sandwich Bags! Packing a Waste Free Lunch

Did you know the average students creates 45-90 pounds of lunch trash per year?  Encourage your child to create a waste-free lunch.  Make it a game!

Check out the videos below to find out how to pack a waste-free lunch.  Don't forget to encourage your child to bring home food waste to feed your worm bin or compost pile!!

How to pack a Waste-Free Lunch:


Easy substitutions for common school lunch trash:

Waste Free Lunch Box/Packaging Ideas:

Like what you see?  Check out these items on Amazon.

Feeling crafty?  Check out these videos on how to create y our own reusable lunch containers.

Don't want to buy reusable lunch containers?  Check out our post on reusing Ziplock bags.
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Saturday, October 1, 2016

Earth Friendly Wrapping Paper

Tis the season... almost!  Recycle your news paper and wrap your Christmas gifts!  It's inexpensive, Earth friendly, trendy, and saves you a trip to the store.  (Not to mention it saves money on gas AND releases no fuel emissions into the atmosphere.)



Check out these sites for great alternative gift wrapping ideas.



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