How can we use principles of sustainability to foster environmental justice and the wellbeing of all? On June 30, 2020, Orange Chatham Interfaith Creation Care and Interfaith Creation Care of the Triangle hosted an online discussion on sustainable communities.
Reduced emissions during the Covid-19 quarantine gave us a brief glimpse of what a green and sustainable future might look like. But urgent action is still required. What does the pandemic teach us about climate change?
"Human beings thrive when we cooperate and find fulfillment through harmonious and friendly relationships.” This 2019 statement underscores the Baha'i faith's deep commitment to creation care. A Raleigh member of the Baha'i community offers this perspective.
In response to the wrongful deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and so many others, 300+ members of Raleigh faith communities created a human line of solidarity from Pullen Memorial Baptist Church to the State Capitol.
Even as we grieve for the impact of COVID-19, it offers an enormous time-out to the Earth and ourselves, and clearly shows us the price of our Earth-consuming life style. Dr. Charles Coble reflects on how COVID-19 can lead us to see our world and society with new eyes.
Three months ago, I was among the grocery workers, who work on their feet for long hours and little pay. Today, these same grocery store workers are on the front lines in the Covid-19 crisis. We must now advocate for government policy that brings greater economic justice and, in so doing, a healthier and more equitable society.
Join a Conversation about Pope Francis’ Laudato si' in the context of COVID-19. It's happening on Zoom, May 21 from 7:00- 8:30 pm, and is facilitated by Trevor Thompson, St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, in conjunction with ICCT.
Pandemic, Climate, the Economy - what can people of faith do to transform a world in triple crisis? Watch our May 5 conversation with Dr. Dirk Philipsen of Duke University.
Wednesday, April 22nd marks the 50th anniversary celebration of Earth Day. ICCT encourages you to read, reflect and act upon this wonderful Earth Day blog shared by Dawn Comfort from West Raleigh Presbyterian Church.
Michael Pollan writes, “Planting a garden sounds pretty benign but in fact it’s one of the most powerful things an individual can do.” In this time of isolation, why not consider gardening?
