Caring for Creation: Reducing Food Waste

As part of our ongoing Care for Creation series inspired by Laudato Si’, we invite you to reflect on simple ways to live more sustainably at home. Every mindful choice we make helps protect the earth, which is God’s gift to us all.

EASY STEP: Reduce the amount of food you waste. Buy only what you need, and make an effort to eat it all. Being mindful of what goes into our shopping carts and onto our plates not only saves money but also respects the resources that went into producing that food.

CHALLENGING STEP: If possible, create a space outside your home to compost food scraps. Composting not only keeps waste out of landfills but also creates healthy, nutrient-rich soil—perfect for growing a garden that can provide even more food in the future.

Together, let’s take steps to care for creation, honor God’s blessings, and build a more sustainable world.