Green Team Summit Encompasses Three States

The Faith in Place annual Green Team Summit from October 8 to 11 will offer a hybrid experience exploring how we can create a more inclusive and intersectional environmental movement.

Keynote speaker Leah Thomas on October 8 is the founder of Intersectional Environmentalist and recognized by Time magazine as one of the world’s top 100 rising stars. While fully accessible virtually, local keynote watch parties are planned in Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin.

During four days and six sessions, participants will be immersed in inspiring conversations that delve into the profound connection between spirituality, the environment and justice.

For more information including locations upon registering, visit GreenTeamSummit.org.

Faith in Place Winter Farmers’ Markets

Faith in Place is celebrating their tenth season of Indoor Winter Farmers’ Markets (WFM) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., January 12, at First United Methodist Church of Park Ridge; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., January 19, at First Church of Lombard UCC; and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., January 26, at St Mark’s Episcopal Church, in Glen Ellyn. Read More »

Curbing Climate Change

Climate change is the most urgent environmental concern of the 21st century, according to most scientists. Chicago sustainability leaders say individuals can make a difference by resolving in 2020 to reduce or eliminate the use of fossil fuels and support important legislation that promotes clean energy. Read More »

In-Print News Brief Spirituality environmental justice October 2023