# International Theological Commission ecological document > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/international-theological-commission-ecological-document > Updated: 2026-09-04T12:15:00.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2. The International Theological Commission (ITC) released a major document titled ‘Taking Care of Our Common Home’ (also referred to as ‘Care for Our Common Home: A Responsible and Brotherly Response to the Triune God’) to address the global ecological and social crisis from a theological perspective. Authorized by Pope Leo XIV, the text frames environmental damage as a ‘sin against creation and the Creator.’ The Commission argues that the ecological crisis is inextricably linked to social injustice, noting that the ‘cry of the earth’ is connected to the ‘cry of the poor.’ The document is organized into three primary chapters covering the theological view of the cosmos, the role of humanity within the ‘common home,’ and guidelines for ecological conversion. It rejects both predatory anthropocentrism and extreme biocentrism in favor of a ‘situated anthropocentrism.’ Furthermore, the text asserts that creation should not be reduced to mere instrumental utility for human purposes, as its ultimate purpose extends toward fulfillment in God. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-04: International Theological Commission releases text on ecological stewardship The International Theological Commission released a new text regarding ecological stewardship, proposing guidelines for an ‘ecological conversion’ based on a Trinitarian view of creation. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/international-theological-commission-releases-text-on-ecological-stewardship ### 2026-09-02: International Theological Commission issues document on ecological crisis The International Theological Commission released a document framing the ecological crisis as a ‘sin against creation,’ linking environmental protection to social justice and the plight of the poor. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/international-theological-commission-releases-document-on-ecological-crisis --- Cite as: International Theological Commission ecological document. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/international-theological-commission-ecological-document