08/12/2014

Earthkeeping Summit, Oct 12-13, in Columbus-Don't Miss Out!

Location: Nationwide and Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center (OSU), 2201 Fred Taylor Drive, Columbus, OH 43210

(To Register, click here)

An invitation to Ohio’s faith community to gather on October 12 & 13, 2014 to empower a religious response to climate change through:

• sharing Earthkeeping congregational and advocacy success stories;
• learning from one another about the joys and challenges of our Earthkeeping efforts;
• affirming the moral and ethical foundations of our response to climate change; and
• offering resources to equip congregations to fulfill their responsibility for the stewardship of creation

We are excited to feature exceptional speakers for the Summit, including:

Dr. Katharine Hayhoe (Sunday, October 12, 7:00pm)

Dr. Katharine Hayhoe is an Associate Professor of Public Administration and Director of the Climate Science Center at Texas Tech. She was recently named to TIME’s 2014 list of the 100 most influential people in the world and appeared in the climate change documentary Years of Living Dangerously. She co-authored a book with her husband, an evangelical pastor, Climate for Change: Global Warming Facts for Faith-based Decisions. Dr. Hayhoe particularly focuses her work on how the poor and the vulnerable are affected by climate disruption.

Dr. David Orr and The Rev. Daniel Orr–Heart, Soul, and Mind: The Inter-generational Challenge of a Changing Climate (October 13, 9:00am)

Dr. David Orr is the Paul Sears Distinguished Professor of Environmental Studies and Politics at Oberlin College. He is a well-known environmentalist, climate science speaker, and author, and is active in many areas of environmental studies, including environmental education and environmental design. Dr. Orr is the recipient of six honorary degrees and other awards including The Millennium Leadership Award from Global Green, the Bioneers Award, the National Wildlife Federation Leadership Award, and the Lyndhurst Prize acknowledging “persons of exceptional moral character, vision, and energy.

The Rev. Daniel Orr serves as Episcopal Priest in St. Paul’s, Fremont Ohio. He and his wife have a daughter and son. Daniel believes that health is a major avenue to connect people with creation. He and an ecumenical coalition have begun a health initiative in Fremont. Cyclist, gardener, and centering prayer leader, Daniel is also President of the Fremont Kiwanis Club and a graduate of Oberlin College and Yale Divinity School.

More highlights of the Earthkeeping Summit include:

On Sunday, October 12th, join us for an afternoon of Earthkeeping activities, then stay for an evening of networking and delicious hors d’ouevres and be inspired by the talk from renowned evangelical climate scientist, Dr. Katharine Hayhoe.

Tour of the Byrd Polar Research Center (3-4pm and 4-5pm)
OSU Guided 3-mile Walk through green areas and past energy efficient facilities (3:00-5:00pm)
Naturalist Guided Tour at Three Creeks Metro Park (2:30-4:00pm)
OSU’s Solar Decathlon enCore House Tour (3:00-4:30pm)
Energy Stewards Congregational Tour (3:00-5:00pm)
Guided Mediation (5:30pm)
Exhibits and Book Store

Click here for detailed descriptions of these Oct. 12th Earthkeeping Activities.

On Monday, October 13th the Summit will feature:

• Congregational Panel Presentation: A diverse group of congregations showcasing examples of energy efficiency, renewable energy, earth care education and ritual, and faith-based environmental leadership.
• Regional Break-out groups to discuss your successes, challenges, and hopes.
  Workshops
  -Public Policy and Climate Change: Steps to Climate Action
  -Climate Conversations: Steps to Better Dialogue
  -Energy Stewardship: Steps to a Cleaner, More Efficient Energy Future
  -Local Matters: Steps to Sustainability and Transforming the Food System
  -Global Warming; Global Impacts: Steps to Compassion for our Neighbors
  -Climate Change and Faith: Steps to Responsible Choices

Click here for detailed descriptions of the Congregational Panel and Workshops.

Additional Highlights:

Registration includes free parking, exhibits, bookstore, hors d’oeurves (Oct. 12), continental breakfast and lunch (Oct. 13). Optional lodging at Red Roof Inn is available at a reduced rate. (See the Registration or the Summit Schedule for further information).

Zero Waste: We are striving to be a low-waste event. You can help by bringing your own coffee mug; recycle paper; expect limited handouts/bring your own notebook for notes; register online; and visit this website and our Facebook page for updates.

Registration (before Sept 15)

Oct 12 & 13 BOTH DAYS $55.00
Oct 12 ONLY: $20.00
Oct 13 ONLY: $35.00

To register, Click here. Join us!!

To download the Earthkeeping Summit Schedule, click here.