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SUMMARY:The Face of God
DESCRIPTION:From the melting permafrost that threatens churches in Alaska to the wildfires that ravaged California this past year\, to the U.S. South where hurricanes are becoming stronger and more deadly\, communities around the globe are already feeling the rising impacts of global climate change. The Face of God is a film about God and nature\, faith and climate change\, and the experience of communities around the world facing and experiencing changes in their lives now. This is also a film about beauty\, ecology\, theology\, sanctity\, our relationship to the natural world\, love\, asceticism\, and always it is about the radiant living icon of the face of God in creation. The film showcases important Christian voices\, scientists\, politicians\, lay leaders\, theologians\, and communities around the world\, and gathers the witness of the whole church on the defining issue of our time.  Join us online each week on Thursday (except Mar. 17) to view segments of the film and discuss them. Can’t make it every week?  Join as you are able.  Register on www.eventbrite.com at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-face-of-god-tickets-252042886057. Contact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com for more details.
URL:https://hpjc.org/event/the-face-of-god/
LOCATION:Houston\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental & Environmental Justice,Film
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ORGANIZER;CN="Christ the King Evangelical Lutheran Church":MAILTO:ctk@ctkelc.org
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SUMMARY:Earth Month EcoChallenge
DESCRIPTION:The Interfaith Environmental Network of Houston invites you to celebrate Earth Day/Month by joining our team for the online Earth Month EcoChallenge. This EcoChallenge focuses on the sustainable development goals of the United Nations\, with categories of: basic needs & security\, health & equity\, education & livelihood\, economy & communities and climate & ecosystems.  You pick your challenges to complete during the month – to build a new sustainable habit\, learn about an environmental issue\, advocate for eco-justice\, volunteer or spend more time in nature (among the many\, many choices). Join the Interfaith Environmental Network of Houston team & we’ll support each other along the journey.  To sign up or to learn more\, go to https://earthmonth.ecochallenge.org/. Questions? – Contact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com.
URL:https://hpjc.org/event/earth-month-ecochallenge/
LOCATION:Houston\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental & Environmental Justice
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ORGANIZER;CN="Interfaith Environmental Network of Houston":MAILTO:gcs.lrc@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220410T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220410T170000
DTSTAMP:20220312T035502Z
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SUMMARY:Earth Day Houston Celebration - 2022
DESCRIPTION:Houston was part of the first celebration of Earth Day in 1970. Now\, the region is host to dozens of public Earth Day events\, including Earth Day Houston. Presented in partnership with the Citizens’ Environmental Coalition (Houston) and sponsored by Green Mountain Energy Company\, Discovery Green’s citywide Earth Day celebration is designed to educate\, inspire and encourage action. The event features displays\, exhibits and booths on topics ranging from alternative energy to recycling methods\, plus a foodie farmers market\, kids activities and more. \nEarth Day Houston will also include Earth Talks from local environmental heroes Mayor Sylvester Turner (invited)\, youth leaders and more. Guests can enjoy a live music and an upcycled fashion show. Earth Day Houston\, presented by Green Mountain Energy and hosted by Discovery Green\, advances the park’s mission of providing free\, environmentally conscious programming and eco-friendly operations. \nBring a reusable water bottle\, drop by the HPJC/Extinction Rebellion table\, and enjoy the day with other environmentally-minded folks!
URL:https://hpjc.org/event/earth-day-houston-celebration-2022/
LOCATION:Discovery Green\, 1500 McKinney\, Houston\, 77002
CATEGORIES:Environmental & Environmental Justice
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ORGANIZER;CN="Citizens' Environmental Coalition":MAILTO:rachel@cechouston.org
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SUMMARY:Forest Bathing & Earth Examen
DESCRIPTION:Experience forest bathing\, led by a certified guide\, followed by practice of the Christian spiritual discipline of the Earth Examen.  Forest bathing\, a practice that originated in Japan\, involves taking in\, in all of one’s senses\, the forest atmosphere. Not simply a walk in the woods\, it is the conscious and contemplative practice of being immersed in the sights\, sounds and smells of the forest.  Forest bathing has been shown to reduce stress\, improve mood and focus\, enhance creativity\, and lead to an increased sense of calm and altruistic behavior\, in addition to other benefits such as boosting the immune system and lowering blood pressure.  As Christians\, we understand that God is present in God’s creation\, and after our guided forest bath\, we’ll spend some time considering the Earth Examen as we reflect both on our time spent forest bathing and on our relationship with all creation.  This activity is for a small group and space is limited.  Please register at www.eventbrite.com at:  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/forest-bathing-earth-examen-tickets-291848535827. Contact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com with any questions.
URL:https://hpjc.org/event/forest-bathing-earth-examen/
LOCATION:Spring Creek Greenway & Nature Center\, 1300 Riley Fuzzel Road\, Spring\, 77386
CATEGORIES:Environmental & Environmental Justice
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ORGANIZER;CN="Christ the King Evangelical Lutheran Church":MAILTO:ctk@ctkelc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220421T180000
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SUMMARY:The Path of Hope: A Study on Climate Action for Faith Communities
DESCRIPTION:  \nYou are invited to join an online discussion series on Thursdays built around 15-minute videos featuring interviews with US faith leaders\, representatives of climate-impacted communities from the global South\, and presentations by UN officials and other experts. The videos walk viewers through four key climate policy issues that intersect with universal faith concerns for vulnerable and marginalized people. The series focuses on how climate change is impacting the core ministries of faith communities around the world\, how those impacts will increase in the future\, and why these impacts create an imperative for people of faith to advocate for strong US climate action.  A discussion guide is included that asks participants to think deeply about how their own local faith community’s direct service programs intersect with climate impacts\, and how knowledge and experiences gained through these programs might help to inform climate policy. The study’s Action Center provides practical\, step-by-step instructions for advocacy activities\, as well as recommended policy asks for local\, state\, and national leaders.  Join us! Please register on www.eventbrite.com at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-path-of-hope-a-study-on-climate-action-for-faith-communities-tickets-273103288287. Contact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com for more information. \n 
URL:https://hpjc.org/event/the-path-of-hope-a-study-on-climate-action-for-faith-communities-2/
LOCATION:Houston\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental & Environmental Justice,Video Showing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Interfaith Environmental Network of Houston":MAILTO:gcs.lrc@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Creation-Focused Worship for Earth Day
DESCRIPTION:Join other Christians to celebrate Earth Day by participating in a streamed pre-recorded creation-focused worship service. Listen to the wisdom\, song\, and stories from our fellow Creatures\, human and non-human. The Rev. Dr. Carmelo Santos will share the message of the day. This 45-minute worship service is in English with full Spanish translation\, and does not include communion. Observe Earth Day by praising the Creator and giving thanks for God’s good creation in worship on April 22! Register to participate at www.eventbrite.com at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/creation-focused-worship-for-earth-day-tickets-301138712997?aff=ebdssbdestsearch. Contact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com with any questions.
URL:https://hpjc.org/event/creation-focused-worship-for-earth-day/
LOCATION:Houston\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental & Environmental Justice,Film
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ORGANIZER;CN="Christ the King Evangelical Lutheran Church":MAILTO:ctk@ctkelc.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220424T163000
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SUMMARY:Spring 2022 Interfaith Environmental Stewardship Event
DESCRIPTION:Calling people of all faiths or no faith at all in Houston to care for our shared environment in observance of Earth Day/Month!  We will engage in hands-on environmental stewardship at the Willow Waterhole Conservation Reserve. This event will offer activities for all ages and skill. Meet at the Swartz Gazebo in the park to sign in. Metro bus line 7 stops nearby\, and line 49 is not far.  Tools/supplies will be provided. This event is organized by Christ the King Evangelical Lutheran Church and the Interfaith Environmental Network of Houston\, in partnership with the Willow Waterhole Greenspace Conservancy.  The conservancy requires signing of a waiver to participate. Please register for planning purposes on www.eventbrite.com at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/spring-2022-interfaith-environmental-stewardship-event-tickets-273115956177.  Contact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com for more information.
URL:https://hpjc.org/event/spring-2022-interfaith-environmental-stewardship-event/
LOCATION:Willow Waterhole Conservation Reserve\, 5300 Dryad\, Houston\, 77035
CATEGORIES:Environmental & Environmental Justice
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ORGANIZER;CN="Christ the King Evangelical Lutheran Church":MAILTO:ctk@ctkelc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220424T180000
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SUMMARY:Collective Visioning for Our Region’s Water
DESCRIPTION:In a generation\, much of the U.S. will resemble the lower Galveston Bay Watershed\, a 10-county region surrounding Houston which Bayou City Waterkeeper (BCWK) serves. Home to the most diverse population\, and also one of the most ecologically diverse major urban areas\, our waterways — consisting of 2\,500 miles of bayous\, as well as creeks\, coastlines\, and the ocean — support immense biodiversity. Our region has lived through unprecedented storm surges and widespread flooding from hurricanes and heavy rain storms over the last two decades. Amplifying the worst effects of these storms are the region’s long-time underinvestment in forward-thinking flood prevention\, lax attitudes towards land use regulation\, and historic redlining practices which have driven over-development of ecologically sensitive wetland areas and the outer-lying parts of our city. Ayanna Jolivet Mccloud\, Executive Director of BCWK\, will explore the critical role that collective visioning\, ecological imagination and storytelling play in connecting to and advocating for our region’s waterways and our community. Beyond the built environment\, how can we use imagination as a tool to explore new ways to restore prairies and wetlands\, which hold rainfall and prevent flooding? How can we use imagination as a tool for new approaches towards water infrastructure that center ecological impacts and environmental justice. Established in 2001\, Bayou City Waterkeeper is a Houston-based organization working at the confluence of conservation and environmental justice toward cleaner water\, wetlands and healthy ecosystems\, and just\, resilient communities. Time for interactive discussion with the speaker will be provided.  Please register for this talk on www.eventbrite.com at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/collective-visioning-for-our-regions-water-tickets-288968451417. Contact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com with any questions.
URL:https://hpjc.org/event/collective-visioning-for-our-regions-water/
LOCATION:Houston\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental & Environmental Justice,Presentation or Lecture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Christ the King Evangelical Lutheran Church":MAILTO:ctk@ctkelc.org
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