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The latest on climate action for Iowans of diverse faith and spirituality.
Belonging to the Earth: Climate Action in the 4 Spaces of Our Lives
Saturday, October 10, 10:00 – 11:30 AM in Des Moines
That Feeling at the End of Vacation
You’ve reached the end of “summer.” The highs are over and fading. Now what do you do? This metaphorical reflection points at one way forward.
Why Climate Change is the Greatest Threat…and Opportunity…Facing Faith Communities
I think climate change deserves a seat at the table alongside other, more familiar threats. Even more, I’d argue it might also be the most promising opportunity faith communities have to strengthen themselves from the inside out.
The Climate-related Line Items Nobody Talks About
The quiet strain of growing financial bills doesn’t just live in individual homes. It shows up in congregational budgets too, and it’s just as rarely named out loud there.
“Belonging to the Earth: Field Notes Live” Launch & Learn Webinar
Tuesday, September 15, 12:00–1:00 PM CT on Zoom
Living Water: The Season of Creation Theme for 2026
By Rev. Lee Gable, Pastor of Fredsville Lutheran Church and Iowa Faith & Climate Network Board Member The air is decorated in bird song, the breeze makes the flowers gently dance as sunlight filters through the branches above. Breathe deep, in, out...become aware...
The World is Literally on Fire. What Can I Do About It?
If you’ve felt a mix of alarm and numbness, this post is for you–not because I have a tidy answer, but because I there’s a way through it that doesn’t require you to become an expert, an activist, or a different person than you already are. It starts with four simple entry points: stripes, stats, spirituality, and stories.
Green Congregations Dinner
Sunday, September 13th from 5-7pm in Hiawatha
Health on the Line: Our Bodies, Plastics, and Data Centers
Wednesday, September 16th from 11am – 1pm in Des Moines
Other Major Initiatives of Iowa Faith & Climate Network
COHORTS FOR CLERGY
CALLED TO CLIMATE ACTION
FAITH-ROOTED ADVOCACY
TEACHING & PREACHING