In an ecumenical declaration to be presented at the final session of the World People’s Conference on Climate Change and the Rights of Mother Earth, Christian organizations and individuals stress the positive role that religions and spirituality can play for a more harmonious coexistence between humanity and nature. Read more
Using church land as a model for environmental change.
This conference will cover the importance of church land management. It will also give practical examples of projects and open up opportunities to see what conservation potential church land may hold.
The main speakers will be Professor Sir Ghillean Prance and Bishop James Jones, followed by informative and interactive workshops. Carrs Lane Church Center, Birmingham, B4 7SX. 10am-4.40pm Read more
Check out the Ask the Climate Question Action Pack to find out more about the campaign, get ideas for actions, check out campaign resources and read up on useful background information. Read more
The Eco-Justice Program of the National Council of Churches provides an opportunity for the national bodies of Protestant and Orthodox denominations in the USA to work together to protect and restore God’s Creation. Explore it at nccecojustice.org
The world’s largest sustainable travel event, The European Mobility Week September 16th to 22nd, focuses on health and mobility with “Travel Smarter, Live Better” as its catchy slogan in 2010. Read more
The eruption of an Icelandic volcano has caused travel chaos and grounded an entire European fleet of airplanes. But what does it mean for the climate? Read People & Planet’s reflection
Wake Up: Walk Out will be on 26th April, a day when activists all over the country will be campaigning as part of the Ask the Climate Question’s Climate Change Day. Read more
British Methodists are being offered the opportunity to make their views heard on climate change, as part of a new Church-wide consultation.
The consultation concerns the draft Methodist Conference Statement on climate change, entitled ‘Hope in God’s Future’ and is now live online at www.methodist.org.uk/higf.
Once adopted, a Methodist Conference Statement is the official view of the Church on a particular matter. It is also referred to by key Church committees, such as the Faith and Order Committee, when deciding on related areas of doctrine.
“Climate change is an issue that affects all of us and is increasingly becoming a concern for many people around the world,” said David Webster, Internet Communications Coordinator, who is leading the consultation process. “We hope as many Methodists as possible put forward their opinions, as we need a Conference Statement that reflects as much as possible the view of the entire Church on this important issue.”
The results will determine recommendations to the Methodist Conference in 2011 on what shape the Statement should take, and is open to all Methodist church members and regular attendees.
For those without Internet access, the consultation is also available in print form. Copies can be obtained from the Help Desk at Methodist Church House, 25 Marylebone Road, London, NW1 5JR or by calling 020 7486 5502.
The Cymru Institute for Contemporary Christianity is launching with three meetings on Climate Change. These will be held in Cardiff, Bangor and Aberystwyth. Speakers include Sir John Houghton, Rev. Dr. John Weaver (JRI Chairman) and Richard Weaver. More details can be found at http://cicconline.org.uk/category/events-generic
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Climate change impact on Africa
Ecocongregation national conference
Changes to the award scheme
London’s Green Corners Awards
The International Year of Biodiversity
Reviews of books, DVDs and resources
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