Missionaries of Africa, Jinja

 THINK GLOBALLY, ACT LOCALLY "Like the roots of a big tree, our responsibility taking care of Mother Earth is so deep, anchoring us in a sustainable future where every act of stewardship nurtures the world for posteriority to come." Maximilian Kikwembe, Swahili Apologist Today, as third year Queen of Apostles Philosophy Centre, Jinja decided to transform the principles of Enivronmental Ethics into meaningful action, embracing the timeless slogan, "Think globally, act locally." Our Enivronmental Ethics class united with purpose and dedication, converging on the streets of Jinja, Uganda, with a common shared vision of optimistic and significant change. Amidist the sweeping of sidewalks and the collection of litter, we wove threads of responsibility, care, and community. As we labored together, we not only cleaned the streets but also nurtured the essence of environmental stewardship deep within our conscious hearts. Our collective and triumpha...

  MADNESS IN THE PHILOSOPHICAL ARENA I have been called mad, insane, and delusional. I have been locked up in institutions and treated with drugs and therapy. But I am not mad. I am a philosopher. Philosophy is the search for truth. It is an attempt to understand the nature of reality and our place in it. It is a challenging and often frustrating endeavor, but it is also a deeply rewarding one. Madness, on the other hand, is a state of mind in which one loses touch with reality. It is characterized by delusions, hallucinations, and other symptoms that damage one's ability to function.   Is it possible to be a philosopher and mad at the same time? The answer is that madness can be a source of creativity and insight. When we are mad, we are often more open to new ideas and possibilities. We are less likely to be bound by convention or tradition. Philosophers can greatly benefit from this aspect of their thinking, since they are always striving to do more than what is ...