Catholics are beginning the season of Lent, a time of reflection and sacrifice or giving. The Pope is writing an encyclical on human ecology and global warming. So far, nothing indicates he is dealing with one of the most moral and effective ways to stop global warming and reduce poverty: Stop eating meat. I'm calling on the Pope to reinstate  no meat days - at least twice a week. With over a billion Catholics world wide imagine the good this will do. 

Moreover, the Pope, cardinals and bishops who now seek to lead simple lives should take the lead and stop eating meat all together. At the Vatican and the bishops' palaces it is time for vegetarian meals and banquets. Money saved can be used to feed the poor healthy meals; to end agribusiness in meat production and find jobs for those in that industry

Let the Pope know the Catholic way is not to preach, but to do the right thing. Sign my petition