This Month’s Church Earthkeepers: Let’s Learn

Have you ever found yourself in a conversation about environmental issues that felt more like an argument than a productive dialogue? Talking about climate change and biodiversity loss is one of the most important things we can do to address these big challenges, but why do conversations about ecological issues routinely produce more heat than light even though we all rely on clean air, water, and soil? Caring for creation has never been more important. Biblically speaking, humans are made to care for God’s world and at the same time we’re often overwhelmed by evidence of creation’s groaning. And yet, simply talking about our concern for earthkeeping is often very challenging.

This webinar will focus on skills that equip us for constructive dialogue about contentious topics like biodiversity loss, climate change, and pollution. Even big changes usually begin in the midst of ordinary conversations. Join us as we learn how to interact in ways that foster trust, identify common ground, and build momentum towards shared goals.

What to Expect: Practical training in how to have constructive dialogue about contentious topics.

Note: All registrants will receive a link to the recording as well as follow up materials.

About our speaker:

Marta Bunnett Wiebe works for Mennonite Central Committee Manitoba as the Peace & Advocacy Program Coordinator. In that role she facilitates workshops on conflict resolution and leads conversation and action on climate change. She also represents MCC in the Germinating Conversations initiative, of which A Rocha is also a part. Outside of work, Marta can be found sewing, playing board games, and puttering in her backyard garden.

More about the Monthly Church Earthkeepers Meet-Up:

Are you mobilizing your church to care for creation? Do you wish more people shared your interest? Then join like-minded folks for the Church Earthkeepers virtual event series with a renewed rhythm.
This is part of our brand new church engagement program, Becoming an Earthkeeping Church. You can find out more at the newly designed program webpage: Igniting Creation Care in Churches.

Not able to make the meetup but keen to find out more? Wherever you’re at, we’re here to walk with you. To arrange a conversation with our team, reach us here.