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This anthology is filled with provocative and illuminating writings from women at the forefront of the climate movement who are harnessing truth, courage, and solutions to lead humanity forward. It is a must-read for all working for environmental justice in the twenty-first century. Order Now.

In this deeply insightful work, Rev. Aho observes that young people do not remember a world of climate stability. They see the world through crisis-colored glasses. She calls people of faith to a communal practice of spiritual care, especially for those who are more vulnerable because of their youth. This book will help you keep young people at the center of your community, listening and learning from the troubles they have to share. Order Now. You may also check out GIPL’s review of the book HERE.

This book explores the ways in which environmental injustices have manifested across racial and class divides in disproportionate ways. By exploring dispossession, deregulation, privatization, and inequality, this book explores environmental justice struggles and offers cautiously hopeful stories for the future. Order Now.

Religious leaders from diverse faith communities respond to the most controversial question of our time: Can we save the earth? The answer could hinge on the phenomenon of the fast-growing interfaith religious environmental movement. Order Now.

This book explores the themes of creation and justice in the context of climate change and challenges readers to consider the ways the ecological disruption disproportionately harms the poor, threatens future generations, and damages God’s creation. Delgado argues that love of God and neighbor requires us to honor creation and establish justice for all people. Order Now.

This book includes wisdom from twenty-one faith leaders, scientists, community organizers, theologians, and climate activities who are grappling with the reality of climate change. They share stories of grief, hope, and faith and offer insight and motivation to guide readers toward a more just and sustainable future. Order Now.

Through 27 engaging activities, this interactive book awakens hikers of all ages to the miracles of God’s creations along the trail. A special index highlights the connection between key Jewish values and the wonder of nature. Order Now.

Through 27 engaging activities, this interactive book awakens hikers of all ages to the miracles of God’s creations along the trail. A special index highlights the connection between key Jewish values and the wonder of nature. Order Now.

This book is the only sourcebook available for celebrating the Jewish holiday of Tu BeShvat, also traditionally known as the “New Year of the Trees.” Order Now.

This book examines the theology and ethics of land use, especially the practices of modern industrialized agriculture, in light of critical biblical exegesis. Order Now.

In this book, Ibrahim Abdul-Matin draws on research, scripture, and interviews with Muslim Americans to trace Islam’s preoccupation with humankind’s collective role as stewards of the Earth. Order Now.

A major study of environmentalism and Islam in practice and theory, with an historical overview that sets out future challenges, including reformulating the fiqh or Islamic legal tradition to take the ecological dimension seriously. In the same way that Naomi Klein's This Changes Everything presented the argument for environmental action in a Capitalist framework, Fazlun Khalid has written a book that demands action from those whose primary orientation is towards the Islamic faith. Order Now.

This book is written to explore the concept of energy and how it affects the Universe, the Earth, and our daily lives. Aside from the spiritual aspect, not too much has been written on the subject of energy as it relates to Islam. It is hoped that Islamic scholars will use this book as a benchmark to further research and explore the importance of energy. Order Here.

This book tells the story of the famous Kenyan environmental activist Wangari Maathi. Order Now.

This book celebrates everything Earth does for us and reminds us to be a good friend in return. Order Now.

This rhyming book outlines several earth-friendly acts based on Islamic practices for kids - and even adults. Fostering a love for the Prophet’s (saw) Sunnah, as well as teaching children to practice good deeds consistently. Also includes references to associated Hadith, Quranic verses, environmental facts and everyday acts to help the environment. Order Now.

“What is a river?” The answer to this question will get children thinking and talking about the natural world in new ways. After reading this book, you can invite students to write their own “What is…” story. Order Now.

This is a book about a girl’s efforts to plant a garden in her urban community. Order Now.

This book sings thanks and praise for everything in the land. Order Now.

This book tells the story of a spider who joins in the Jewish festival of trees. Order Now.

This story focuses on the complex way that God created our vast universe, including the biodiversity of life and the intricacies of our solar system. Order Now.

This book for teenagers contains 12 short biographies of environmental activists around the world. It hopes to inspire the next generation of activists. Order Now.

In this book, Jamie Margolin, one of the country’s most engaging youth activists and cofounder of Zero Hour, shares her advice, experience, and expertise on being a young climate leader. Order Now.

The film reveals how unjust practices forged our current farm system in which farmers of all colors are most literally dying to feed us. The film profiles a hopeful and uplifting movement of white, black, and indigenous farmers who are using alternative “regenerative” models of agriculture that could balance the climate, save our health, and stabilize America’s economy—before it’s too late. 

Duration: 105 minutes

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American Resilience Project’s film series, “Current Revolution” offers a strategic narrative for accelerating our transition to a cleaner and more equitable electric grid.

Duration: 37 minutes

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The Letter, tells the story of a journey to Rome of frontline leaders to discuss the encyclical letter Laudato Si’ with Pope Francis. The exclusive dialogue with the Pope, included in the film, offers a revealing insight into the personal history of Pope Francis and stories never seen since he became the Bishop of Rome.

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This documentary by Altamaha Riverkeeper follows Juliette, GA residents after they find out that the coal ash pond adjacent to Plant Scherer is contaminating the water in their domestic drinking wells.

Duration: 40 minutes.

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Coral reefs around the world are vanishing at an unprecedented rate. Divers, photographers, and scientists set out on an ocean adventure to discover why the reefs are disappearing and to reveal the underwater mystery to the world. This is a Netflix documentary.

Duration: 93 minutes

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This documentary tells the little-known story of the accelerating destruction of our forests for fuel, and probes the policy loopholes, huge subsidies, and blatant green washing of the burgeoning biomass electric power industry.

There are three versions with different lengths: 74 minutes, 45 minutes, and 30 minutes.

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Acclaimed environmental photographer James Balog was once a skeptic about climate change and a cynic about the nature of academic research. But through his Extreme Ice Survey, he discovers undeniable evidence of our changing planet.

Duration: 76 minutes.

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This documentary is about the community of Adel, Georgia and the environmental injustices they are facing in their daily lives. The project was produced with the help of individuals and organizations like the Concerned Citizens of Cook County, who continue to fight for clean air, land and water for their community.

Duration: 35 minutes

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This film examines the 1995 Chicago record-breaking heat wave that resulted in over 700 deaths and provides a look at the people most affected by natural disasters and the politics involved.

Duration: 93 minutes.

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In this riveting and visually rich drama blending art and science, we follow renowned environmental photographer James Balog as he explores wildfires, hurricanes, sea level rise, a struggling coal mining community, and our changing air supply.

Duration: 76 minutes

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This film captures stories from health professionals as they witness how air pollution and climate change are impacting human health, especially children’s health and the communities impacted most by racial injustice during the COVID-19 crisis.

Duration: 20 minutes

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Folks who live in some Birmingham, Alabama neighborhoods are trapped in communities with deadly levels of industrial pollution. People have been leaving for decades, but many are stuck, unable to afford to get out.

Duration: 26 minutes

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Water Warriors is the story of a community’s successful resistance against the oil and gas industry. When an energy company begins searching for natural gas in New Brunswick, Canada, Indigenous and white families unite to drive out the company in a campaign to protect their water and way of life.

Duration: 22 minutes.

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Uniontown weaves together the unheard individual narratives of grassroots organizers in Uniontown, Alabama, as they fight to take back the town from the hands of industrial polluters and complacent politicians in the midst of a high stakes local election.

Duration: 16 minutes.

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Sacred Waters, presented by the Okefenokee Protection Alliance (OPA) with the generous support of the National Parks Conservation Association, takes viewers into the heart of the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge, showcasing its mystical natural beauty, cultural importance, and incredible ecological value.

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This curriculum guide introduces creation care to older children and youth. This resource includes six modules of materials for teaching environmental stewardship and tips for creation care. Order Now.

This book contains a mix of scripture, facts, and suggestions for what children can do to help planet Earth. Order Now.

Celebrate God's creation with Sparkhouse’s ReNew Vacation Bible School Curriculum. This 5-day lesson plan empowers kids in grades PreK- 6 to grow in faith, have fun, and change the world. Order Now.

In this book, diverse authors address 13 common Christian concerns about caring for God’s creation in an accessible way. Order Now.

This book is the most comprehensive study in English of how Jewish traditional sources teach us to protect our natural resources and preserve the environment. Order Now.

What does the Bible say about ecology? As people face huge ecological challenges--including growing hurricanes, floods, forest fires, and plastic pollution--the groundbreaking Eco Bible dives into this question from an interfaith perspective. Order Volume One and Volume Two Today!

“Laudato Si” or “Praise be to You” is Pope Francis’s second encyclical focused primarily on care for the earth and all living creatures. In the letter, the Pope laments environmental degradation, abuse, and global warming, and calls on all people to take swift action to address the climate crisis. Read the full letter HERE.

In this book, Dr. Jennifer R. Ayres proposes a solution to increasing ecological despair: the way of inhabitance. “Inhabitance demands a willingness to love other beings and a willingness to courageously encounter the human and ecological suffering of the world and be fully present to that suffering.” Order Now.

Grounded in unflinching analysis and encompassing both theological and moral implications, in this book Dr. Jennifer Ayres examines actual religious practices of food justice, discovering in the process a grounded theology for food. Order Now.

This book “offers a fresh reading of the Hebrew Bible's wisdom literature with a unique emphasis on ‘wonder’ as the framework for understanding biblical wisdom.” Order Now.

In this work, “Brown illuminates both connections and conflicts between the ancient creation traditions and the natural sciences, arguing for a new way of reading the Bible in light of current scientific knowledge and with consideration of the needs of the environment.” Order Now.

This book offers a new vision and resources for analyzing and embracing Christian pacifism within the context of a warming world. Order Now.

As much of the work of environmental activism in the twenty-first century occurs in the public sphere, this work offers a model for just Christian engagement on the world’s stage. Order Now.

Khaleafa.com released its Green Ramadan Guide in 2019. From food to transportation and energy, this guide explores various aspects of everyday life and how simple changes can make a big impact during Ramadan. Download Today.

Drawing on a variety of religious and spiritual traditions, this book is an anthology of hymns, stories, poems, and prayers to save the earth. Order Now.

In this excellent resource, Phillips offers a wealth of ideas on the ethical issues raised by science, technology, and the environment relating to scripture lessons for every Sunday of the three-year lectionary cycle. Order Now.

“‘Praise God’ is the title of this letter. For when human beings claim to take God’s place, they become their own worst enemies.” A follow up to Pope Francis’s 2015 encyclical “Laudato Si,” “Laudate Deum” continues to urge the world to take the climate crisis more seriously. Read the full letter HERE.

Find information about congregational solar, sample sermons, videos of previous webinars, and more. Check it out!

For the study and renewal of Christian worship, the CICW has a host of hymn suggestions, liturgical resources, sermon ideas, and more HERE.

Over the years, Creation Justice Ministries has created and curated resources on a variety of topics related to faith, climate change, and creation justice. Click on the buttons below to browse resources by category, issue, or resource type. We hope you find what you need HERE.

The purpose of the Green Muslims Scripture Project is to capture, organize and encourage reflection upon scripture and wisdom from the Islamic tradition related to the environment. View HERE.

The Faith Climate Action Week page on National Interfaith Power and Light’s website has a dedicated section for climate prayers and blessings HERE.

Ecological resources for transforming faith and society, this website offers congregations sample blessings, prayers, litanies, and order of services HERE.

The Islamic Foundation for Ecology and Environmental Sciences (IFEES) offers a variety of resources for Islamic Environmentalists HERE.

Another Interfaith Power and Light affiliate, Faith in Place offers a variety of well-curated resources for congregations HERE.

This collection of resources is intended to assist congregations in making worship plans around an Earth stewardship theme. Find sample sermons, prayers, worship ideas, quotes, scripture suggestions, denominational environmental statements, and more HERE.

The Creation Justice Movement is emerging at this kairos moment to connect and support groups within the United Methodist Church and beyond for the work of creation care, justice, and regeneration. Find resources HERE and information about the Earthkeepers program HERE.

Find Lutheran resources to integrate Creation Care into your congregation and worship HERE.

Learn more about this plan to build greater solidarity among North Georgia Catholics to take urgent and impactful action around social, environmental, and economic justice. Check it out!