Category - Environment

Let there be a bit less light, urges C of E

staff writers — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 13:18:37 +0100

The biblical story of creation, echoed in the prologue to John's Gospel, famously contains the divine injunction, "Let there be light." But the Church of England says that in an age of eco-cre, a little less light might be needed.

Eat locally to act globally, United Reformed assembly says

staff writers — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 10:17:26 +0100

Members of the United Reformed Church have been asked to look more carefully at what they eat and where they buy, in order to help protect the income and way of life of British farmers.

Lutherans ponder the Christian contribution to a green future

Ecumenical News International — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 13:35:36 +0100

What can churches and religious bodies do that ecological groups are not doing? Can they engage on the issue without merely replicating what is happening in secular society? These are questions global Lutherans have been asking.

Green Faith

Jordan Tchilingirian — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 12:32:43 +0100

Start: 29/06/2008 - 14:00

End: 29/06/2008 - 19:30

A Day Exploring Spiritual Traditions and the Environment

Speakers:
Abbot Christopher Jamison (Worth Abbey/The Monastery TV Series)
Speaking on the theme The Ecology of Happiness

Church leaders set aside time to focus on the environment

staff writers — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 01:02:49 +0100

English church leaders have called on Christians to use the period of 1 September to 4 October 2008 as an opportunity to put the environment at the heart of their prayer, worship and practical concern. This is part of a regular initiative.

Churches mobilise for the greening of India

Ecumenical News International — Wed, 14 May 2008 01:02:01 +0100

The National Council of Churches in India has joined the battle to turn green by calling for Christians to mobilise in the world's second most populous nation, and to join in the fight against global warming.

Mennonite leader goes on car-less drive towards simpler lifestyle

staff writers — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:19:57 +0100

Nancy R. Heisey is being taken for a ride, but she's not objecting. The religion scholar, who is also president of Mennonite World Conference, is "trying to do my responsible part" in caring for the environment by leaving her car at home.

London Faiths Environment Event

Jordan Tchilingirian — Tue, 18 Mar 2008 09:11:30 +0000

Start: 05/04/2008 - 13:00

Saturday 5th April, afternoon session
St Saviour's, Walton Street, London, SW3 1SA

UN 'earth champion' prize highlights the struggle of Bangladesh

agency reporter — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 08:10:17 +0000

News that the director of the Bangladesh Centre for Advanced Studies will receive a regional United Nations Environment Programme’s Champions of the Earth Award 2008 has been welcomed by Christian Aid, which works with BCAS.

Scottish churches blaze a trail for eco-congregations action

staff writers — Fri, 18 Jan 2008 00:28:08 +0000

Congregations across Scotland committed to environmental action are due to meet in Stirling this weekend to develop and promote their work. The event is being sponsored by the Church of Scotland and Keep Scotland Beautiful.