- In Laudato Si’ Pope Francis encourages families and communities to work for local self-sufficiency in renewable energy and food sources and became sources of innovation. “Local individuals and groups can make a real difference. They are able to instill a greater sense of responsibility, a strong sense of community, a readiness to protect others, a spirit of creativity, and a deep love for the land” (179-180). What might you or your group do to promote gardening, local markets, local farmers, reuse projects?