The UN project capitalizes on religious institutions' resources and local-level access to tackle environmental issues.
For Violeta and Lizia, the pope's words were a call to keep moving forward.
From Feb. 16 to April 4, they will celebrate the biggest General Chapter in their history.
This year's three-day event features musician Daryl Davis, columnist Christine Emba, Rwandan genocide survivor Fr. Marcel Uwineza and many others.