How do we handle the grief we experience when we witness the warming of our global climate, the destruction of species, and the impact on our quality of life? Young people are incredibly vulnerable to climate anxiety as they evaluate their future in a changing world.
We offer the following resources:
TO EXPLORE:
WeAdapt Climate Anxiety Toolbox
This connections call on Climate Grief
READINGS:
Lectionary Commentary by Dr. Amy Carr
Miranda Perrone’s 7 Stages of Grief for the Anthropocene
Pastoral Care and Ecological Devastation: Un-Interpreting the Silence – Robert Saler
Explore the poetry of Marilyn Nelson, and read about her in this Gather magazine article.
FOR WATCHING:
BlessedTomorrow – Faith leaders on lamentations, grief, fear…
How to get started in your congregation/in your context: stories from ELCA churches.
WHEN YOU’RE READY TO MOVE TO ACTION…
- Start investigating and sharing projects to start with your congregation
- Explore energy savings options for your entire community- Rural Renewable Energy Alliance (RREAL), Contact Mission Investment Funds, can your local Interfaith Power & Light help?
- Go with what you have: Pick something to do ASAP from the variety of opportunities listed in the Congregational Self-Organizing Kit and gather with fellow members to see what your church is called to do at this time (don’t forget to recognize steps already taken!)
- Commit to an Action Plan with Actions Speak Loudly!