Join Melissa Suter, PhD, of Baylor College of Medicine, and Lance Hallberg, PhD, and Claire Hallmark, MPH, both of University of Texas Medical Branch, for a talk highlighting the role of the Community Engagement Core (CEC) in fostering meaningful, bidirectional communication between researchers and communities impacted by Superfund site chemical pollutants. They will discuss strategies […]
What is a pocket prairie and why would you want one at your faith community? If your faith community is maintaining lawn that it does not use, join us online to learn about pocket prairies, their benefits, and how to create and maintain one. Lan Shen, Seed Collection Manager and Great Grow Out Coordinator for […]
You may know that there are many possible solutions to combat climate change. But, how do we focus our efforts, create the most effective plan and really make a difference on climate before it’s too late? The Drawdown Roadmap is a science-based strategy for accelerating climate solutions, pointing to which climate actions governments, businesses, investors, […]
If we know what we need to do, why do we fail to do it?This study invites us to apply this age-old question of faith to the problem of climate change. The study features videos recorded at the global climate negotiations in November 2025 and introduces the Global Ethical Stocktake, a discussion framework developed in […]
Whether you want to learn solar basics or how to incorporate storage into your existing solar array, Solar United Neighbors (SUN), a 501c3, can help. Join Dori Wolfe, Senior Texas Program Associate with SUN, to learn the advantages of going solar together as a group, or the flexibility of going solar on your own. Learn […]
Since January 2025, the President, his Congressional yes-men/women, and the courts have been systematically overturning existing legislation and passing new limitations on successful climate policies, withdrawing from global commitments, and gutting scientific funding that was making a difference in combatting the climate crisis. At the same time, many within the faith community have remained hopeful […]
Houses of worship have long been in the business of renewal. As it turns out, they can also lead by example at renewing and saving our water resources. Across traditions and denominations, faith communities can embrace One Water thinking—the idea that all water has value and should be managed holistically, whether it falls from the […]
Calling people of all faiths or no faith at all in Houston to care for our shared environment during Earth Month! We will engage in hands-on environmental stewardship at the Willow Waterhole Conservation Reserve, with a variety of hands-on tasks suitable for all ages & skill levels. In observance of the Great American Clean-up, one of the activities […]
Join the Rev. Rob Spencer, founder of Cultiv8Community, to learn their story of connecting neighbors to neighbors, engaging people with nature, and restoring life-giving habitats. Cultiv8Community envisions a world where people are connected with community and caring for nature, so that all life is flourishing, now and for generations. Their core programs help families who […]
Join us for a hands-on pocket prairie and native plant grow-out workshop designed for Communities of Faith! Staff from the Coastal Prairie Conservancy and volunteers from the Native Prairies Association of Texas will lead participants in lessons on pocket prairie establishment, plant propagation and sourcing, biodiversity surveys, and how our organizations can support your efforts […]
Join Karla Klay, Executive Director of Artist Boat to hear about their largest project and their clearest nature-based solution: the Coastal Heritage Preserve on West Galveston Island. Galveston Island sits in the Galveston Bay Estuary, facing the Gulf of Mexico. Bayside wetlands improve water quality, support fisheries, and buffer storms. Coastal prairies absorb floodwaters and […]
Join Dr. Jeff Crane, Dean of the College of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences, Cal Poly Humboldt, as he explores how community farming can play a crucial role in moving past a simple focus on resilience, mitigation, and adaptation to one of thrivance in a time of political, economic, and ecological chaos. While the threats […]
Calling people of all faith & spiritual traditions to come together to speak for justice. We will learn about & take action on economic dignity, healthcare for all, racial justice, peacebuilding, climate justice, a clean energy economy, migrant rights and global solidarity for the common good. All our traditions emphasize the need to speak and […]
Scientists tell us that we must reduce our greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030 (vs. a 2010 baseline), and that 25 – 30% of all needed emissions reductions can come from individuals/households. 50% may seem like a very high hurdle. But, it translates to only a 10%/year reduction, starting now. And, you may have […]
Finding hope in adapting to climate change can start by focusing on water. Join Jen Powis, Managing Attorney for the Gulf Regional Office of Earthjustice, for a high level overview of how the law protects or sometimes sacrifices drinking water for industrial development and how communities can work together to protect the elixir of life. […]
Faith communities across the country are facing rising utility costs, aging facilities, and shrinking operating budgets. Yet many houses of worship can reduce their energy expenses by 10–30% through practical, low-cost operational improvements and strategic capital planning. In this engaging virtual presentation, Certified Energy Manager and Energy For Purpose President Colby May will share real-world […]
Calling people of all faiths and spiritual traditions! Concerned about the upcoming elections, immigration issues, the state of public education, our democracy, women’s health, the climate or gun violence? Join faith leaders and community members from across Houston for an afternoon of inspiration, practical training, and community-building for people who are committed to preserving our […]
Calling people of all faith & spiritual traditions to come together to speak for justice. We will learn about & take action on a variety of timely and topical justice issues. All our traditions emphasize the need to speak and act for justice. Join us to renew your hope, reclaim your agency, and reignite your […]
Join Dr. Brett Perkison as he presents the latest technologies and methods used to monitor workers for heat stress. He will also discuss how current medical diagnostic coding often underdiagnoses patients with heat-related illnesses and how emerging electronic health record features may improve our ability to measure the health impacts of extreme heat. These advances […]
Join Barbara Bronstein, founder and president of Second Servings of Houston, as she discusses food rescue, and why it is essential for fighting food insecurity and climate change. Barbara will also highlight how faith communities can get engaged in this important work. Time for interactive discussion with the speaker will be provided. This virtual event […]
While there are many books on ecological restoration and its benefits to humanity, this book focuses on human healing as a prerequisite to bringing about ecological healing. Written by a Catholic sister who is also a professor of Civil & Environmental Engineering at Notre Dame, she intends the book for a broad audience – “for […]
In worship, we read the Bible, learn, pray and praise. Now, experience those activities anew in nature. Join a small group guided outing in Hermann Park to engage with the natural world on a deeper level - to learn what it can teach us about the Creator, join it’s song of praise, and to pray […]
Calling people of all faith & spiritual traditions to come together to speak for justice. We will learn about & take action on a variety of timely and topical justice issues. All our traditions emphasize the need to speak and act for justice. Join us to renew your hope, reclaim your agency, and reignite your […]
Faithful Resilience is a six-part weekly study on climate resilience for faith communities. The climate crisis has arrived. Faith communities must not only react, but also prepare. Over the last decade, hurricanes have intensified, wildfires have burnt stronger, and heat waves have baked our cities. These events can only be expected to get worse in […]
Calling people of all faiths or no faith at all in Houston to care for our shared environment! We will engage in hands-on environmental stewardship at the Willow Waterhole Conservation Reserve, with a variety of hands-on tasks suitable for all ages & skill levels. Meet at 11350 Ricecrest by the Oak tree in the park to sign in. Metro […]
Join Mary Anne Morris of Wild Bird Adventures (WBA) as we discover how our feathered friends can be a source of hope every day and everywhere. This program will feature some of WBA's most beloved avian ambassadors and stories that will leave you soaring. Time for interactive discussion with the speaker will be provided. Please […]
You may know that there are many possible solutions to combat climate change. But, how do we focus our efforts, create the most effective plan and really make a difference on climate before it’s too late? The Drawdown Roadmap is a science-based strategy for accelerating climate solutions, pointing to which climate actions governments, businesses, investors, […]
You’re invited to participate in the online Earth Month Ecochallenge! This event offers participants the opportunity to create a more resilient world - people and planet together - by taking on challenge(s) that resonate with your values, and committing to them for 30 days to foster and reinforce positive habits. Categories for action include: what […]
Scientists tell us that we must reduce our greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030 (vs. a 2010 baseline), and that 25 – 30% of all needed emissions reductions can come from individuals/households. 50% may seem like a very high hurdle. But, it translates to only a 10%/year reduction, starting now. And, you may have […]
You are invited to join an online discussion series 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 […]
