Include an article or blurb about environmental efforts in your newsletter or congregational or community emails
Suggested Practices and Examples for Implementation:
- Highlight the work your faith community is doing around Creation care and environmental initiatives
- Provide eco-tips and action items for families to try at home
- Celebrate people in your faith community who are engaging and participating in this work at home and in the community
- Highlight how much money your faith community has saved by implementing different sustainability practices and how those resources have been allocated to deepen your congregational ministries
- When implementing LED light bulbs, installing solar lights, and investing in other energy-efficient practices, savings can be very large!
- Include personal stories or news articles relevant to your community
- List relevant programs or events happening in the community and encourage people to get involved
General Information Related to this Strategy:
- 15 Steps to Create Effective Climate Communications
- Let’s Talk Faith and Climate: Communication Guide for Faith Leaders
- Climate Talking Points
- Talking Climate Change with Dr. Katherine Hayhoe
Available Resources in Western North Carolina:
- Mountain Xpress Sustainability section
- Creation Care Alliance upcoming events
- MountainTrue programs and events
Local Faith Communities Currently Utilizing this Strategy:
- First Baptist Church, Asheville, NC
- Contact Brenda Denton: Bbelle2001@gmail.com