How the World's Religions Are Responding to Climate Change by
Examines how religions are helping to address climate change.
The Greening of Protestant Thought by
Addresses the variegated ways Protestant theologians and activists have formulated different concepts of “green” theology. Provides a survey of the history and status of environmentalism within Protestantism as well as an analysis of themes such as biblical interpretation, stewardship theology, process theology, ecofeminism, and ethical perspectives as they relate to environmental thought within Protestantism.
Earth Ethics: A Case Method Approach by
The revised edition of Christian Environmental Ethics: A Case Method Approach. Uses a case-method approach to explore Christian ethical reflection on environmental issues. Case studies include consumption, endangered species, toxic waste, genetically modified foods, and more.
Ravished by Beauty: The Surprising Legacy of Reformed Spirituality (Online) by
Argues for a "green theology" within the Reformed Christian tradition.
Loving Nature: Ecological Integrity and Christian Responsibility by
In this seminal early work on the intersection of Christian ethics and environmental thought, Nash argues that Christian doctrine provides a firm foundation for engaging in conversation with ecology and especially the present-day environmental crisis. He also develops a rights-based approach to moral regard for nonhuman individuals and species.
Encountering the Mystery: Understanding Orthodox Christianity Today by
A collection of writings from Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew, the “Green Patriarch.” The patriarch connects current issues such as ecology with the greater context of Orthodox faith, emphasizing the value of the human person throughout his writings. Chapter 6, “The Wonder of Creation,” is particularly focused on religion and ecology from an Orthodox perspective.
Creation As Sacrament: Reflections on Ecology and Spirituality by
Drawing on the theology, history, and spiritual writings of the Eastern Orthodox Church, Chryssavgis explores the sacramental possibilities of cosmic transfiguration, cosmic interconnection, and cosmic reconciliation as potentials for restoring the broken natural world.
On Earth As in Heaven: Ecological Vision and Initiatives of Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew by
A collection of selected writings by Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew, the Green Patriarch. The writings emphasize his views on climate change and environmental degradation and cover the first twenty years of the patriarch’s ministry.
Toward an Ecology of Transfiguration: Orthodox Christian Perspectives on Environment, Nature, and Creation by
Brings together a collection of essays that address the environmental crisis from the viewpoint of Orthodox Christianity. These articles focus on what spiritual resources Orthodox Christianity might offer to environmental issues and highlight the work of Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew.
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