Christianity & Ecology: Exploring Faith's Role

This module introduces the course on Christianity and Ecology, including a land acknowledgement, course overview, and personal introductions from the instructors.

This module situates Christianity within the study of Religion and Ecology, exploring topics such as creation, incarnation, and sacraments, and introduces the emergence of eco-theology.

This module reflects on historical questions in Christianity and Ecology, exploring ideas of stewardship, care for the Earth, and doctrinal issues regarding incarnation and the Cosmic Christ.

This module focuses on Orthodox Christianity and ecology, particularly the leadership of Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew and his symposia on environmental issues.

This module examines Catholic theology and ecojustice under Pope Francis, focusing on his encyclical Laudato Si' and its concept of "integral ecology."

This module focuses on the impact of Protestant Reformation movements on views of the natural world, and explores contemporary Protestant engagement with environmental issues.

This module explores environmental justice and the roles of women in Christianity and ecology, examining the integration of environmental and social issues in Christian thought and practice.

This module examines emerging Christian perspectives on food, agriculture, animals, and biodiversity, and explores theological ethics and religious action in response to climate change.

This module explores how Christianity might flourish in relation to scientific insights about evolution, focusing on Thomas Berry's New Story and forms of worship emphasizing the sacred relationship between Human, Earth, and Cosmos.

This module provides a conclusion to the course on Christianity and Ecology.