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Faith leaders see warming threat.
More than 100 diverse members of the world's faith communities met in Copenhagen with representatives of virtually every nation on earth as official delegates tried to reach an agreement on steps all governments would take to combat climate change. Nashville Tennessean, Tennessee. Editorial, 14 March 2010.
Evangelicals seen as key in climate debate.
When it comes to energy "we all need to repent." Wilmington News Journal, Delaware. 13 March 2010.
Poverty and tyranny central to immoral practice of mountain destruction, water and air poisoning.
Mountaintop removal is incompatible with either economic development or human habitation; industry’s claim that mountaintop removal brings prosperity to the region is a demonstrable lie. Washington Hill, District of Columbia. Opinion, 11 March 2010.
Tackling climate change through religion.
Religious leaders in sub-Saharan Africa meeting at an interfaith forum on climate change committed to being proactive and educating their members about the critical responsibilities all must play to safeguard the environment. Lagos Daily Champion, Nigeria. 6 March 2010.
Climate change is not a matter of faith.
The science of global warming has taken a severe hit in terms of the public's credulity. Yet as the latest scientific research makes clear, the evidence is, if anything, stronger than it ever was about the role of humans in the observable increase in global temperatures. London Independent, United Kingdom. Editorial, 5 March 2010.
Eating in a way 'that honors God,' environment.
Eating is one of the most important environmental acts you can do, Duke Divinity professor Norman Wirzba said, because food factors into every issue of our economy, including agriculture, resources and transportation. Melbourne Herald Sun, Australia. 1 March 2010.
DC Green Muslims and local groups partner to protect the environment.
While pundits debate, eco-conscious DC-area Muslims are promoting a message of environmental stewardship to both Muslims and non-Muslims in their community. Jeddah Arab News, Saudi Arabia. 21 February 2010.
Religion rejuvenates environmentalism.
Because of their large numbers, American evangelicals could be a critical component of the burgeoning eco-religious movement. Kansas City Star, Missouri. 18 February 2010.
British bishops urge 'carbon fast' for Lent.
Church leaders in Britain are urging their flock to observe Lent by going on a "carbon fast." The say it will help the poor in places suffering from climate change. Morning Edition, NPR. 17 February 2010.
'Carbon fast' an option for observers of Lent.
As many of the Christian faith begin Lent on Wednesday, one option — the "carbon fast" — could be as basic as unplugging your cellphone charger when not in use. Hartford Courant, Connecticut. 16 February 2010.
Rep. Noel, faith leaders stage impromptu wilderness debate.
Rep. Mike Noel waded into a circle of interfaith advocates of wilderness protection in the Capitol Rotunda on Wednesday and almost immediately began defending his approach to "God's country" and his support of recreational vehicles in the outdoors. Salt Lake Tribune, Utah. 11 February 2010.
Using religious language to fight global warming.
If the case for tackling climate change is backed by science, why do so many green campaigners rely on the language of religion? BBC. 26 January 2010.
Climate change and its toll on mental health.
Climate change could have "significant negative effects on global mental health," according to a new scientific report in the journal Psychological Medicine. Toronto National Post, Ontario. 19 January 2010.
King would have fought coal plants.
Martin Luther King Jr. would be crying out against any coal-fired plants, rising anew or already operating, because they spew dangerous pollutants into the air and drain our precious waters. He would preach that coal plants represent environmental injustice. Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Georgia. Opinion, 18 January 2010.
Pastors in Northwest find focus in ‘Green’ .
State auditors told Millwood Community Presbyterian Church last summer to close its farmers’ market on the church parking lot or the lot could no longer be claimed as tax-exempt. Without hesitation, the church kept the market and paid the $700 in annual taxes. New York Times. 16 January 2010.
Do we need to say our prayers?
Even with trust in the power of God, Kenya is a country on the brink of disaster. As news reports show, the country's rivers are drying, its more remote areas are turning to desert, and the food chain - from land, to animals, to humans - is breaking down. BBC. Opinion, 6 January 2010.
Climate change and the providence of God.
Creation under the providence of God is not subject to global warming, either as a relatively sudden phenomenon or as the result of climatic cycles. It is securely maintained by spiritual laws whose harmonious operation is not subject to change or disruption. Christian Science Monitor. Opinion, 2 January 2010.
St George's Church could be the first to go 'green.'
Town councillors are to consider plans next week to make a Newbury church the first carbon-neutral place of worship in the country. Newbury News, United Kingdom. 1 January 2010.
Across faiths, a glance at a greener future.
Before the climate talks in Copenhagen, international representatives from nine religious faiths created "Many Heavens, One Earth," a document that lays out 30 plans for environmental commitment among the denominations. Austin American-Statesman, Texas. 27 December 2009.
Religion shaping mountain-top removal debate.
On a crisp morning at Jenny Wiley State Park in Floyd County, beneath Appalachian mountains wreathed in mist, dozens of religious leaders gathered to decry a mining practice they see an as affront to both God and nature. Louisville Courier-Journal, Kentucky. 20 December 2009.
Pope calls for action on climate change.
Pope Benedict XVI called for urgent action to protect the environment, saying Tuesday that climate change and natural catastrophes threaten the rights to life, food, health , and ultimately peace. Associated Press. 15 December 2009.
Pope calls for action on climate change .
Pope Benedict XVI called for urgent action to protect the environment,saying Tuesday that climate change and natural catastrophes threaten the rights to life, food, health—and ultimately peace. Associated Press. 15 December 2009.
Evangelical and environmental?
In America, the planet has fallen into the cracks created by a bitterly divided political landscape. It is time to bring God into the debate. If the green movement truly wants to convert the U.S., it needs to convert more evangelical Christians. BBC. Opinion, 11 December 2009.
Bishop says Copenhagen is key.
The Bishop of Oxford is calling on world leaders at the Copenhagen summit on climate change to strike a deal for future generations. Oxford Mail, United Kingdom. 3 December 2009.
I Believe: The climate crisis is a spiritual issue.
I believe in our capacity to transform society, mitigating the climate crisis to prevent a climate catastrophe — and faith communities are an essential part of this transformation in Vermont, across the country and around the world. Burlington Free Press, Vermont. Opinion, 22 November 2009.
Bishops says climate change is spiritual matter.
The moral responsibility as people of God requires us to behave in ways that protect His Creation. Bellingham Herald, Washington. Opinion, 21 November 2009.
Indonesia: the home of "Green Islam."
Can Quranic teaching save the planet? Many in the world's most-populous Muslim nation think so. GlobalPost. 16 November 2009.
Rallying Christians to the climate change fight.
On Tuesday, the Senate Foreign Relations Committee's chairman and ranking Republican, John Kerry and Richard Lugar, will hold a briefing that will bring scientists and evangelicals together to share their concerns about climate change. Daily Green. 16 November 2009.
Religion must evolve to lead us to ecological salvation.
Christian teaching has long placed man separate and superior to nature. To its credit, the pastoral letter tries to nudge the focus from being human-centric towards placing our existence within a complex, fragile and intrinsically valuable web of life. Dublin Irish Times, Ireland. Opinion, 12 November 2009.
Climatism is more than a belief system.
Horrified commentators on both left and right have suggested that environmentalism will now be established as a religion. Financial Post. Opinion, 11 November 2009.
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