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The Cry of Creation
             A Call for Climate Justice

An Interfaith Study Guide on Global Warming

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In October 2003 Earth Ministry published The Cry of Creation: A Call for Climate Justice. This twenty-five page booklet and study guide presents an introductory consideration of one of our most pressing environmental problems, global warming. It provides:

• A beautiful sermon/reflection connecting justice, theology, and spirituality with climate change.
• A quick overview of the scientific consensus on global warming.
• A spectrum of interfaith voices addressing the theological and ethical dimensions of this crisis.
• A spectrum of action steps people of faith can take, and policies we might support – both as individuals and as congregations.
• A bibliography highlighting books, articles, videos, and websites.

This attractive booklet is an ideal place to begin, on your own or with a group – a nice combination of reflection and action.

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Table of Contents:

Welcome                                                                                       page 1

Introduction                                                                                   page 2

The Comforting Whirlwind: God and the Environmental Crisis
Sermon by Bill McKibben                                                              page 3

Global Warming: The Science and Frequently Asked Questions      page 6

Study Guide Meeting One:
Humanity, Science, and Humanity’s Place in Creation                     page 8

The Joseph Strategy, by David Ehrenfeld                                       page 10

Religious Voices on Global Warming:                                             page 13

     The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
     A Letter to Senators, Signed by 1,200 Religious Leaders
     Judaism and Energy
     The Evangelical Environmental Network
     World Council of Churches
     An Islamic Position on Climate Change
     Buddhism on Climate Change

Study Guide Meeting Two:

Do We Have the Energy? Religious Voices and Energy Policy        page 16

Paper or Plastic, Cloth or Disposable?  Effective, Focused Actions
That Make A Difference                                                                  page 19

Congregational Stories                                                                     page 21

Study Guide Meeting Three:

Energy and Global Warming: What You Can Do                              page 23

Further Resources                                                                            Back Cover

     Websites
     Books, Articles, and Videos

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