The universe unfolds in God, who fills it completely. Hence, there is a mystical meaning to be found in a leaf, in a mountain trail, in a dewdrop, in a poor person’s face. The ideal is not only to pass from the exterior to the interior to discover the action of God in the soul, but also to discover God in all things.

Pope Francis

At this pivotal time, how can we use art to deepen our connection to nature, stir our collective conscience and call ourselves to live more lightly on the earth?

Contents:

• Patti Crimer
  • Trees are Natures Love to Humankind

• Karen Dubert
  • Two Travelers

• Karen Hurley Kuchar
  • Conch Shell
  • Requiem
  • Whale Wisdom

• Tamara Fusselman
  • Dunkelblau
  • Suburban Theophany: Ants in the Bathtub
  • Heart Lake — a love poem

• Marilyn Peretti
  • Savior Rainforest
  • Saying Goodbye to My Oak

• Cari Shields
  • The Ghost Deer of Claybanks Township