Vatican Commission Defines 'Sin Against Creation' in New Theological Document
The International Theological Commission released a 29,000-word document on September 2, 2026, titled 'Caring for Our Common Home.' Approved by Pope Leo XIV, the text redefines 'ecological sin' as a 'sin against creation and the Creator,' arguing that environmental harm violates God's plan. The document calls for an 'ecological conversion' through spiritual and practical changes, emphasizing stewardship over exploitation. It was published during the Church's Season of Creation, building on Pope Francis's 2015 encyclical 'Laudato Si'.'