Georgia pastors from across the state join together at Epworth By The Sea, January 22-24, 2024, to connect around the issues of climate change and discover new strategies for encouraging congregations to take courageous action to address environmental issues in local communities!
The impacts of climate change can no longer be ignored. Instead of thinking about how we might live with the effects in the future, we are forced to face the reality that we are living with the realities now. From wildfires to floods to extreme weather patterns, climate change is an everyday reality.
Church leaders often find it challenging to engage their congregations on these issues. While there may be one or two passionate people in the church who are deeply committed and involved, worries of being too political or of climate change not being a spiritual issue may keep churches from fully engaging in the conversation. And those church leaders who do feel empowered to lead the church on these issues often feel like they are ill-equipped to lead their congregations in the face of an uncertain future.
In light of all of this, we are partnering with local climate scientists, faith-based climate organizations, and theological institutions to create spaces where faith leaders may share their concerns about the present effects of climate change, learn from scientists and activists, and build community with like-minded leaders in their region.
Our goal is to increase opportunities to connect pastors and scientists around climate change and encourage congregations to take courageous actions in addressing climate issues in their communities.
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