 Environmental justice asks us to consider not only how we care for the earth, but whose voices are included in shaping a more just and sustainable future. At the Vancouver Peace Forum, Issac Bennett Joshua, a theologian and member of the Dalit community, a group treated as “untouchable” within India’s caste system, will explore how communities can build peace while responding to injustice and the ecological crisis. Joshua will share from his work with Community of Christ and with Dalit, Tribal, and Adivasi communities who have been pushed to the edges of society. He will describe how these groups are now shaping movements that reclaim their belonging by prioritizing the dignity and worth of all and demanding ecological responsibility from all people. This session will also explore how efforts to challenge caste discrimination have resulted in demands for rights to land ownership and political representation. With caste discrimination also affecting South Asian communities in Canada, participants will be invited to consider how greater awareness can help Canadians move toward a more just and sustainable future. Together, we will reflect on how social transformation becomes possible when all people are included in conversations about environmental stewardship. Other activities throughout the weekend include: 🍃 experience keynote presentations streamed from the international Peace Forum gathering 🌲 explore creation during a guided visit to the Lynn Valley Temperate Rainforest 🧘♀️ practice mindfulness and spiritual reflection through guided awareness and meditation 🌎 take meaningful action through a community river cleanup 🧵 learn practical sustainability skills during the “Sew It, Don’t Throw It!” repair workshop 🎵 build community through shared meals, music, conversation, and fellowship The Vancouver Peace Forum webpage has information to help you plan your weekend, including registration, fees, accommodations, and the latest schedule details. Inquiries: [email protected] When: Fri, Oct 16 – Sun, Oct 18, 2026 Where: Community of Christ Vancouver, 3333 Kaslo Street, Vancouver, BC V5M 2M1
0 Comments
 By Lanette Vawter, Director of Leadership Development The International Peace Forum is just around the corner, taking place October 16–18! Gathering together is a wonderful opportunity to reconnect in person, build a greater sense of belonging, and renew our commitments to the church and its activities. In Vancouver, we will focus on environmental justice and action as we deepen our commitment to the Sacredness of Creation through formation, public witness, and community building. This is also a meaningful opportunity to invite young people in our networks who are looking for ways to make a difference for our planet. 🌲 Featured activity: Lynn Valley Temperate Rainforest On Friday afternoon, October 16, join us for a one-hour walking tour through the temperate rainforest of Lynn Valley. This will be an opportunity to notice the many ways the forest regenerates itself and how humans can either negatively or positively affect these natural processes. Come and experience the healing properties of the rainforest as well as learning how to live in harmony with it. Other activities throughout the weekend include:
The Vancouver Peace Forum webpage has everything you need to plan your weekend, including information about registration, fees, accommodations, and the full schedule. Inquiries: [email protected] When: Fri, Oct 16 – Sun, Oct 18, 2026 Where: Community of Christ Vancouver, 3333 Kaslo Street, Vancouver, BC V5M 2M1  What role has NASA played in helping us understand climate change, and what alternatives can help reduce our dependence on fossil fuels? The September climate webinar, hosted by the North American Climate Justice Team, welcomes retired NASA scientist and Community of Christ minister Stephen Dunagan to explore both questions. During his NASA career, Dunagan helped design, calibrate, and test instruments used by the Earth Science community to measure and understand climate patterns. On September 20, he will share insights from that work and examine the current state of clean energy alternatives, including solar, wind, geothermal, nuclear, and hydrogen systems. The webinar will consider how reliable, economical, and sustainable these options are as we look toward a future less dependent on fossil fuels. Date: Sunday, September 20 Time: 2:00 p.m. PT / 3:00 p.m. MT / 4:00 p.m. CT / 5:00 p.m. ET Where: Zoom (If you registered for a past Climate Justice webinar, no new registration is required. You’ll receive the Zoom link automatically.) |
Categories
All
Archives
October 2026
|
RSS Feed