10K views · 1.2K reactions | “It has been a joy for me to spend these days in your country which, with its large forest, represents the 'green heart' of Africa, a lung for the whole world.” Pope Francis concluded his visit to DR Congo on Friday, carrying with him messages of reconciliation and hope. View the highlights of his journey. | Vatican News | Facebook

Of the many encyclicals, Apostolic Exhortations, and open letters that Pope Francis produced during his twelve-year pontificate, it’s probably fair to say that none made as much of an impact as Laudato si’. Published in 2015, this encyclical letter was the first ever written by a Pope on the subject of the environment—and it went on to make waves both inside and outside the Church. | Vatican News