sustainability
Calls for a ‘green’ Ramadan revive Islam’s long tradition of sustainability and care for the planet
By Noorzehra Zaidi — March 27, 2023
(The Conversation) — Communal meals to break fast can mean lots of single-use plastics. A switch to environmentally friendly principles is in line with Islamic principles through the ages.
‘Animism’ recognizes how animals, places and plants have power over humans – and it’s finding renewed interest around the world
By Justine Buck Quijada — October 17, 2022
(The Conversation) — Animism describes religions in which humans are connected to the landscape around them but do not dominate it.
Baptist watchdog flunks Forever 21, praises H&M in annual ‘ethical fashion’ report
By Kathryn Post — October 19, 2021
(RNS) — Nearly 100 companies earned a low average score of 33.6 out of 100.
Vatican urges World Trade Organization to remember the poor
By Fredrick Nzwili — December 18, 2015
NAIROBI, Kenya (RNS) Clergy and protesters worry that tariff-cutting efforts disproportionately benefit rich countries.
Pope Francis: ‘Let us modify our relationship with natural resources’
By Rosie Scammell — June 11, 2015
VATICAN CITY (RNS) “We must begin with our daily lives if we want to change lifestyles, aware that our small gestures can guarantee sustainability and the future of the human family,” said Francis.
Inspired by St. Francis, young adults look to emulate his bond with nature
By Renée K. Gadoua — February 24, 2014
(RNS) The national ecumenical program encourages young adults, aged 18 to 35, to connect social and environmental justice activities with Franciscan teachings that stress the interconnectedness of creation.
Ellen Davis unearths an agrarian view of the Bible
By Yonat Shimron — October 28, 2013
(RNS) Ellen Davis' work makes the case that Christian theologians have for too long focused narrowly on the spiritual component of Scripture and in the process have overlooked the Bible’s material concerns.
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