4.3 Workshop:

What Might be Some Practical Expressions of Creation Care Inspired by Pope Francis’ Teaching?

Presenter: Ms Thea Ormerod, President, Australian Religious Response to Climate Change

Many people would like to initiate pro-environmental action in their communities but hit a wall of inertia, or a social taboo regarding this topic, or worse. This workshop will present some inspirational examples of faith communities taking action to protect Creation, and invite reflection on participants’ own situations. The challenges will be acknowledged, but participants will be empowered to embrace some exciting opportunities, mostly about options for nurturing change in their own communities.

Case examples will be outlined and a series of visuals will help illustrate some possibilities, but much of the time will be spent in semi-structured discussion. Participants will leave the workshop with information about helpful resources.