The Episcopal Ecological Network (EpEN)

National Level Events:

January 21-23, 2009 (New York): Radical Abundance, a Theology of Sustainability
at: Trinity Church in New York City, but includes a diverse audience that joins the conference via video webcasts at designated partner sites around the world
Hosted by: Trinity Institute^® 39^th National Theological Conference
Details: Theme is God created the earth and entrusted its care to us. Conference explores sustainability through the lens of liberation theology, which views Jesus not only as redeemer but also liberator of the oppressed. It posits a vision of Christians working together toward social justice by considering all people as full partners in healing our planet and our communities, regardless of their social or economic status. Only in striving for sustainable relationships, rather than accumulating and consuming more for ourselves, can we discover true abundance. Through keynote speeches and panel discussions by leading theologians and grassroots activists, this three-day conference will consider radical ideas about abundance, sustainability, and well-being.
Cost: free through $300 depending on status.

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March 13-16, 2009 (Washington, DC): 7th Annual Ecumenical Advocacy Days: "Enough for All Creation"
at: All sessions Friday through Sunday will be held at the Hilton Alexandria Mark Center, Alexandria, VA (across the Potomac River from Washington, DC).
Hosted by: National Council of Churches of Christ
Details: as we explore ways to bring about a world with Enough for All Creation. Learn about the connections between climate change, migration and poverty in the U.S. and around the world. Come together with faith-based advocates and activists from across the United States in the nation’s capitol as we discuss the abundance of our world and how it can be allocated in a way that is fair and just for all creation.
Lodging: The Hilton Alexandria Mark Center is located in Alexandria, Virginia. Make your reservation under the name “Ecumenical Advocacy Days” for the special $109 (plus tax) per night room rate
Cost: $160 before February 13. Registration after February 13 will be $175

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May 1-3, 2009 (Tennessee): The Power of Presence: Spiritual Practice As the Art of Homecoming
at: St. Mary's, Sewanee
Details: In 2008, Kurt Hoelting made a vow to go car-free for a full year, and to stay within a 60 mile radius of his home in Puget Sound. He did this both as a conscious response to climate change and as a renewed declaration of allegiance to his place of birth. His pilgrimage to the heart of home changed his life. Drawing upon 25 years of Zen practice and 15 years of guiding contemplative wilderness retreats, Kurt will lead an exploration of contemplative practice as a resource for both personal and ecological healing in a deeply wounded world.
Cost: Residential Fee: $250 Commuter Fee: $140

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May 31-June 4, 2009 (Chicago): Globalization: the Challenge to America
Eighth Annual Conference for Globalization for the Common Good: An Interfaith Perspective
at: Loyola University, Chicago, IL
Hosted by: Loyola University, part of Loyola University’s 2009 celebration of 100 years as a university.
Details: Conference will examine the positive and negative dimensions of America’s global stance and will explore some of the very real challenges that America must meet if globalization is to be guided toward the common good, both within the US and in the larger world. Other thematic areas will also be addressed. They include (but are not limited to) the following:

• Globalization, Civilizational Dialogue, and the Role of the Global Interfaith Movement
• The Global Environment: Climate, Habitat, Water, Energy, and All Life
• The Struggle for Social and Economic Justice and Universal Human Rights

Cost: Available in early 2009

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Regional/State Level Events:

January 9-10, 2009 (Minnesota): Quarterly Meeting of MEESC
At St. Mary's Episcopal Church, St. Paul, MN.
Details: The Friday evening session will be a visioning and planning session.
Cost: Bring Potluck to share.

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January 24-25, 2009 (Minnesota): Caring for Creation: One Neighborhood at a Time
At:
Olson Campus Center, Luther Seminary, 1501 Fulham Ave., St. Paul, MN (Jan 24, 7PM)
St. Matthew's Episcopal Church, 2136 Carter Avenue, St. Paul, MN (Jan 25, 3 PM)
Details: Led by Dr. Timothy Gorringe, Professor at Exeter University, England; author of A Theology of the Built Environment: Justice, Empowerment, Redemption.
Dr. Gorringe is one of England’s most respected theologians specializing in the intersection of theology and human culture. He also will deliver the sermon on Jan 25 at St. Matthew's, 10:30 AM service.
Cost: Free

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February 27-8, 2009: Creation and Care of the Earth: A Scriptural Approach to Environmental Concerns.
At: Luke Timothy Johnson (Emory University) symposia
Hosted by: Christ Church Cathedral in Nashville,

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