As scientists have been saying, Africa will be particularly hard-hit by climate change.  Their sober predictions are today being felt in the Horn of Africa.  U.S. Catholic reports that dramatically changing and unpredictable weather patterns create food stresses and climate change-induced drought is forcing farmers to abandon centuries-long practices defined by distinct agricultural seasons.  In light of these food challenges,  [t]he Ethiopian Catholic Church has convened regional meetings on climate change and has worked with its partners such as [Coalition member] Catholic Relief Services (CRS) and the Church’s Caritas network to initiate humanitarian projects focused on food security.  A recent Catholic News Service story helps personalize the struggles of many in Africa experiencing the impacts of climate change.