Category Archives: Social Action News

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Oct. 31, 2020: “Changing Ourselves, Changing the World” workshop

Saturday, October 31, 10am – 11:30am PST 
Zoom workshop led by Lisa Hatchett and Betty Spencer Dickey

Changing ourselves to change the world is a pretty big task.  So many extreme weather events have happened the last few years that the world seems out of control.  Do we have a part in that?  

In this workshop, we will:

  • explore the role climate change plays in our extreme weather
  • delve into scripture to find out what God expects of us
  • discuss how climate has impacted our lives and our planet
  • identify steps we can take as individuals to slow the rate of climate change.  

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July 28, 2020: Environmental Racism and the Role of Youth

The Office of Economic and Environmental Justice of United Methodist Women invite you to a special young people led webinar on “How to address environmental racism in your community; The role of youth in shaping our future.”

July 28, 2020
4-5:15pm PDT (7 – 8:15 pm EDT)

This is a great opportunity for you and young people to hear from other young people who are involved in environmental justice work. Please help in spreading this invitation widely!

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