【中文版本】 靜宜大學與文藻外語大學聯合主辦、TESA協辦的「Laudato Si願祢受讚頌」全國生態教育教學研習會，旨在倡導大眾對生態環境的關注。此次活動以教宗通諭「願祢受讚頌」的理念為基礎，邀請菲律賓生態學專家Rodne Rodiño Galicha及John Leo C. Algo進行專題演講與示範教學，培養環境教育的種子教師，回應教宗在通諭中對尊重和保護大自然的呼籲。 靜宜大學校長林思伶表示，年輕人對環境和氣候議題積極關心，但缺少機會和方法。靜宜自111學年度起推行「關鍵第一年」計劃，讓學生透過體驗學習深入濕地、部落與企業，實踐地球友善與尊重自然的理念。 研習會中，Rodne Rodiño Galicha分享了教宗方濟各通諭精神，並結合SDGs，強調人與自然的連結。他倡導「9R原則」：減少、回收、重複使用、修復、拒絕、重新思考、重新連結、再造林、尊重自然，以愛護地球為共同家園。 John Leo C. Algo則以「願祢受讚頌」精神解釋氣候變遷問題，強調日常小行動的改變力量，並鼓勵環境教育者用生活化方式傳遞生態知識。 校牧楊安仁神父表示，今年是教宗通諭發布第九年，靜宜將於5月19至26日舉辦「願祢受讚頌週」，以植樹等行動實踐9R，培育學生對自然的熱愛。 這次研習會是一場知識與希望並進的聚會，也再次展現靜宜對永續教育的承諾。 【English Version】 Jointly organized by Providence University and Wenzao Ursuline University of Languages, and co-organized by TESA, the national workshop “Laudato Si: Praise Be to You” on ecological education aimed to raise public awareness of environmental protection. Inspired by Pope Francis’ encyclical Laudato Si, the event featured keynote speeches and model teaching sessions from Philippine ecological advocates Rodne Rodiño Galicha and John Leo C. Algo, cultivating “seed educators” in environmental literacy. Providence University President Dr. Szu-Ling Lin emphasized that while young people care about environmental and climate issues, they often lack the tools and experiences to take action. The university launched the “First Year Initiative” to guide freshmen through immersive learning in wetlands, tribal communities, and local industries, fostering environmental consciousness and sustainable thinking. During the workshop, Galicha elaborated on the spirit of Laudato Si and its connection to the United Nations SDGs, stressing the interdependence of humans and nature. He promoted the “9R Principles”: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Repair, Refuse, Rethink, Reconnect, Reforest, and Respect nature—simple lifestyle changes to protect our common home. John Leo C. Algo, national coordinator of Aksyon Klima Pilipinas, discussed the science of climate change and emphasized how small everyday actions can drive substantial impact. He encouraged environmental educators to present ecological knowledge in relatable, engaging ways. Fr. Anjen Yang, university chaplain, noted that 2024 marks the 9th anniversary of the Laudato Si encyclical. Providence University will celebrate “Laudato Si Week” from May 19 to 26 with tree planting and 9R-themed activities to cultivate a love for nature among students. This workshop was not only a celebration of learning but also a hopeful gathering, reaffirming Providence University’s strong commitment to sustainable education.
