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“”Democracy begins with the Habits of the Heart”- Dr. David Orr
With passion, wisdom and wit, Dr. Orr offered insights into some of the symptoms of our sickened Democracy. The interplay of his conversation included climate change, spirituality, racism and the role of government and the commons. He reflected the concern…
Read MoreClimate Ambassador Training with CCA, Blessed Tomorrow and Green Chalice
As we witness and experience impacts on our health, livelihoods, and communities, we are increasingly looking for guidance on solutions from leaders in our daily lives — health, faith, and community. Blessed Tomorrow’s work aims to support major faith institutions and faith leaders with…
Read MoreScavenger Hunt: Neighborhood Natives and Meditation.
What do Oaks, Violets, Native Bees and Robins have in common? They are native species in Western North Carolina and they are part of the CCA Neighborhood Natives Scavenger Hunt. While we are caring for our human neighbors by maintaining…
Read MoreThe Red Wolf, On the Brink- Guest Blog by Christopher Lile
The Red Wolf, On the Brink By Christopher Lile Photo by Monty Sloan Christopher Lile is the Program Coordinator at Wolf Park, the founder of Concerts for Conservation, and a red wolf advocate for Defenders of Wildlife. A hundred and…
Read MoreGood News from the Creation Care Retreat
The Creation Care Regional Retreat Feb. 7-8, 2020 offered powerful connections and resources. The group that gathered on Friday received care, conversation, good food, and intellectual nourishment. With the clergy, we explored ways of collectively offering hope and dancing with…
Read MorePursuing Environmental Justice on MLK Day- Guest Blog
The article below was originally posted in 2019, we hope that on this day celebrating the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. that you may engage in building the beloved community. You can find a listing of…
Read MoreGreta Thunberg, Person of the Year, is not Alone
Greta Thunberg is Time’s Person of the Year for 2019. In an era where integrity and truth, compassion and creativity have been challenged and eroded Greta Thunberg has simply acted on her convictions. It started with a strike from her…
Read MoreCreation Care Fall Hike with CCA and MountainTrue
BearWallow Mountain sign up here December 4, 9-noon. Join us for a contemplative fall hike up Bearwallow mountain. This easy-to-moderate trail climbs one mile through lovely mountain forest, and opens up onto a large grassy field at the top. This…
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