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News from the The Northeast Environmental Justice Center of the UCC.
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Environmental Justice News
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"He has told you, O mortal, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?"
Micah 6:8 NRSV
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To Change Everything, We Need Everyone!
People's Climate March
Washington DC
April 29th
What a day! What a week leading up to the day! I was honored to join over 200 UCC folks in the Keepers of Faith contingent at the People's Climate March in Washington D.C. We were joined by about 200,000 others there, and another 100,000+ at over 350 sister marches around the world. Here's my report from my two days of witness in D.C., which includes links to photo albums.
The People's Climate Movement released a
great video
of the day as well - get ready to feel inspired!
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What's next after the March?
According to Rev. Jim Antal, "T
he church community needs to be the center of discernment and discussion around earth care and climate change."
Read more here.
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Environmental Ministry Speakers Bureau
How are YOU going to (continue to) contribute your gifts towards building a just and sustainable future? I have received several requests from churches to speak about environmental justice issues. I could use helpers to respond to the increased demand! Are you passionate about environmental issues, and feel called to speak out and educate others? Contact
Pam Arifian
to join a Speakers Bureau. Thank you for sharing your gifts and passion!
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Silver Lake camp is awesome, and played a central role in my faith formation and in sowing the seeds of my environmental ethic. Encourage the children in your life to sign up as a camper (we call them conferees), or as a volunteer counselor for summer 2017. Check out the brochure to find the right week(s) for the kid(s) in your life!
Don't miss the Open House on May 21st from 2:00 - 4:00 pm! Come meet some of the staff and volunteer program leaders, make a s'more, go on a hayride and a tour of camp to get acquainted. Bring friends!
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CT Legislative Session Update
All of those bills that have been drafted are coming up for votes. Check out the 2017 Environmental Watchlist from the CT League of Conservation Voters.
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CT Governor's Council on Climate Change Stakeholder Event
May 17, 2017
As the GC3 continues to develop climate mitigation scenarios and strategies to set a mid-term marker and meet the State’s greenhouse gas emission reduction target of 80% below 2001 levels by 2050, the Council is seeking input on mitigation opportunities within the transportation sector.
Three simultaneous events will be linked via videoconference, with locally facilitated dialogue at each location.
Wed, May 17, 2017
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
(registration & food at 6:00 pm)
Hartford - New Haven - Stamford
RSVP
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Facebook Event
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Upcoming Environmental Events
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Silver Lake Conference Center, Sharon, CT
There are still a few spots available for the 4th Annual EJ4A! Retreat. Don't let the high schoolers in your life miss out! For youth in grades 9-12.
Join us at Silver Lake Conference Center for an environmental justice and leadership training retreat. Together, we will discover how people of faith can work for environmental justice for all!
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Friday, May 26, 2017
West Hartford, CT
Join IREJN from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM for a delicious luncheon featuring Deacon Art Miller as keynote speaker. You will also have an opportunity to network with other religious communities and eco-groups. Tickets are $40 - this event WILL sell out, so please buy your tickets today! Ticket sales will end on Thursday, May 18 at 12:00 pm.
Discounted tickets of $30 are available for member organzations and faith communties, as well as through Board members. To find out more about discounted tickets, please contact Lynn Johnson at lynnsilverwolf@gmail.
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