Curious about how spirituality and climate change intersect? Join us as we explore the power of rigorous and reverent curiosity in the latest episode of our podcast. Discover how spiritual leaders navigate a climate-changed world and cultivate imagination and community. Listen now!

“We’re not called to save the world. We’re called to love it.” Rev. Allen + Rev. Alison reflect on the work of climate chaplaincy, refugia faith, and the sacred nature of callings in hard times.

Dive into a hands-on spiritual practice that will help you process grief and express gratitude..

Listeners are encouraged to move outside (if possible), settle their bodies, and gently bring their impossible questions into presence, not to “figure them out,” but to tend to them as holy.

How do we navigate the overwhelming emotions surrounding climate change? In this episode, Madeline Bugeau-Heartt returns to guide us through a transformative practice aimed at sitting with the impossible questions that often plague us.

What role does sound and listening play in helping us find spiritual grounding?

How do you stay grounded in the midst of climate change? We share spiritual practices that will guide you to a place of stability and inner strength.

Discover how theology, labor, and ecology intersect in this special swap episode featuring Vanderbilt’s Religion & Justice podcast and Dr. Joerg Rieger’s powerful call for deep solidarity in a climate-changed world.

Ecological grief encompasses present and anticipated losses from disappearing ice rinks to contaminated farmland. It’s not a problem to be fixed, but a response rooted in love.

”Hope is not the conviction that something will turn out well, but the certainty that something is worth doing no matter how it turns out.” ”When we are together, that makes me more hopeful.”

In this rich and thoughtful first episode of our “BTS at The BTS Center” series, Allen and Debra reflect on what spiritual leadership means amid today’s ecological crises.

Reverend Dr. Andi Lloyd and Reverend Andi Nagy Benson share their inspiring letters that connect spirituality and climate change.

How do we navigate the joys and challenges of parenting in a world shaped by climate change? In this episode, hosts Ben Yosua-Davis and Nicole Diroff explore this question with two thoughtful guests: Elizabeth Rush, acclaimed author of The Quickening: Creation and Community at the Ends of the Earth, and Sophia Cheng, founder of With Many Roots and a new parent herself. Together, they share personal stories, insights, and strategies for parenting amid uncertainty, reflecting on the deep connections between care, community, and climate action. Grounding:  The episode opens with Sophia Cheng’s evocative poem, which emerged from her reflections on climate change and the emotional journey of becoming a parent. In it, she captures the weight of uncertainty, the depth of responsibility, and the hope that guides her path forward. Main Conversation: In this deeply personal and wide-ranging conversation, Elizabeth Rush and Sophia Cheng discuss how climate change shapes their perspectives as parents. They explore: 🌿 Parenting Amid Uncertainty: How do we raise children when the future is unpredictable? Sophia reflects on her journey toward embracing uncertainty. At the same time, Elizabeth shares insights from her book, The Quickening, which weaves together scientific exploration in Antarctica with her own decision to become a mother. 🧡 The Role of Love and Community: Elizabeth and Sophia discuss the profound realization that we must learn to love more fiercely and build stronger connections in a world facing climate challenges. 📚 Imagining a Different Future: Sophia describes the practice of future dreaming — an exercise in envisioning the world we want to create. She explains how this practice helped her reconcile her environmental concerns with the decision to start a family. 🌊 Lessons from Antarctica: Elizabeth shares how studying glaciers influenced her understanding of time, resilience, and change, drawing powerful parallels between environmental and personal transformation. 🌎 The Power of Storytelling: Both guests emphasize how storytelling helps make climate issues more relatable — whether through literature, parenting, or engaging in difficult but necessary conversations about our shared future. Meet Our Guests:  Elizabeth Rush Elizabeth Rush is the author of The Quickening: Creation and Community at the Ends of the Earth and Rising: Dispatches from the New American Shore, a Pulitzer Prize finalist. She teaches creative nonfiction at Brown University and writes about climate change, sea level rise, and the environment. Learn more about Elizabeth Rush. Sophia Cheng Sophia Cheng founded With Many Roots, an organization that delivers creative and interactive education on climate issues. She helps people envision and work toward a sustainable future through storytelling, workshops, and collaborative projects. Explore Sophia’s work. Next Steps:  Looking for ways to bring these insights into your own life? Try one of these next steps: 📖 Practice Future Dreaming: Spend time imagining a future where climate action has succeeded. What does it look like? How can you contribute to making it real? 👶 Join a Climate Parenting Group: Seek out a climate café for parents or start your own discussion group to process emotions and strategize for action. 🛠️ Create an Emergency Kit with Your Child: Build a 72-hour emergency kit together to prepare for extreme weather events. Visit RedCross.org for tips. 🌍 Explore Climate Education Resources: Visit ClimateKids.org for engaging activities to help children understand climate change. 📝 Share Your Reflections: Have a conversation with someone who is considering parenthood. Post your insights on social media to inspire others. Other Resources Additional Resources Rob Hopkins' Work on Future Imagination What If? Unleashing the Power of Imagination to Create the Future We Want Citizens Climate Radio Episode 95: Rob Hopkins on the Role of Imagination in Climate Change Solutions  Learn more abou

Ben Yosua-Davis speaks with Jose Aguto, a passionate advocate for climate action deeply rooted in his Catholic faith. Together, they explore the intersection of moral responsibility, theology, and the Catholic Church’s response to the climate crisis.

In this episode, hosts Ben Yosua-Davis and Nicole Diroff examine the evolving role of chaplains in a climate-changed world. They are joined by author, chaplain, and grief circle facilitator Terry LePage, as well as Rev. Alison Cornish, coordinator of The BTS Center's Climate Conscious Chaplaincy Initiative. Together, they explore how chaplains offer spiritual and emotional support amidst environmental crises, foster resilience, and address ecological grief. Grounding:  Rev. Alison Cornish begins with a grounding reflection centered on a personal story about a tree near her home that was cut down. Alison explains how this ritual of acknowledgment and grief mirrors chaplaincy practices of care, presence, and connection to the more-than-human world. Main Conversation: Ben and Nicole engage Terry LePage and Alison Cornish in a conversation about chaplaincy in a climate-changed world. Terry LePage: Terry shares insights from her book Eye of the Storm: Facing Climate and Social Chaos with Calm and Courage. She introduces concepts such as the "Collapse-Aware" framework and "Islands of Compassion," which she attributes to Margaret Wheatley's "Islands of Sanity." Terry also highlights her work with the Deep Adaptation Forum, which fosters spaces for resilience and grief processing in the face of climate uncertainty. Alison Cornish: Alison outlines key skills chaplains bring to a climate-conscious world, including trauma-informed care, meaning-making, and support for communities navigating ecological grief and displacement. She underscores the importance of chaplains as spiritual guides during times of environmental upheaval. Next Steps:  Here are some ways listeners can engage further: Join a Grief Circle: Learn how to host or join a grief circle using tools from Terry’s book, Eye of the Storm. Explore Deep Adaptation: Visit the Deep Adaptation Forum for resources on resilience and climate-related challenges. Learn About Collapse Readiness: Read Professor Jem Bendell's reflections on societal collapse and recovery. Engage with The BTS Center: Explore the Lament with Earth Series for reflections on ecological grief and faith-based responses. Additional Resources: Beyond Climate War: Writings on Deep Adaptation to Societal Collapse Margaret Wheatley: Islands of Sanity Lament with Earth series at The BTS Center  Professor Jim Bendell: Thoughts on Collapse Readiness and Recovery: I was wrong to conclude that collapse was inevitable.  Beyond Climate War: Writings on Deep Adaptation to societal collapse.  Meet Guest(s):  Guest bio with social media links + headshot Terry LePageTerry LePage is the author of Eye of the Storm: Facing Climate and Social Chaos with Calm and Courage. She facilitates grief circles and teaches nonviolent communication practices through the Deep Adaptation Forum. Rev. Alison CornishRev. Alison Cornish is the coordinator of the Climate Conscious Chaplaincy Initiative at the BTS Center. She is a seasoned faith leader with a background in environmental advocacy and interfaith work.

In this episode of Climate Changed, host Ben Yosua-Davis is joined by guest host Derrick Weston to explore how the Bible can inform climate action. Featuring conversations with Rev. Kyle Meyaard-Schaap and Peterson Toscano, they discuss how scripture and faith-based teachings can guide Christians toward a hopeful and proactive response to the climate crisis. See full show notes, transcript, and more by visiting www.climatechangedpodcast.org   Grounding:  The episode opens with a grounding exercise led by Beverly Ward, Field Secretary for Earthcare for Southeastern Yearly Meeting. Beverly invites listeners to recall their earliest, most joyful memories in nature, emphasizing how these experiences can inspire a deep commitment to environmental stewardship and care for creation. Main Conversation: Host Ben Yosua-Davis and guest host Derrick Weston listen to Rev. Kyle Meyaard-Schaap and Peterson Toscano engage in a thoughtful discussion on how the Bible and Christian faith can be foundational to climate action. Rev. Meyaard-Schaap, Executive Director of the Association for a More Just Society–US, shares insights from his recent book, Following Jesus in a Warming World, which explores how climate advocacy expresses Christian discipleship. Peterson Toscano, is a Bible scholar and in addition to producing the Climate Changed podcast, he works on other podcasts including Citizens Climate Radio, Quakers Today, and Bubble and Squeak.  A climate-focused performance artist, in this episode he shares his personal “climate life verse” and reflects on how Biblical teachings have shaped his environmental work. Together, they explore the role of scripture in guiding and inspiring practical steps toward environmental responsibility and justice. Next Steps:  Reflect on a Climate Life Verse: Identify a Bible verse or story that grounds you in creation care, and share it with a friend or on social media. Engage in Lectio Terra: Take 20–40 minutes practicing Lectio Terra, a meditative exercise inspired by Lectio Divina that encourages connection with scripture, God, and the land. Organize a Climate Sunday: Host a Climate Sunday service at your church featuring climate-centered sermons and calls to climate action. Join Seasonal Climate Actions: Participate in programs like the Lent Carbon Fast with friends to reduce your carbon footprint. Shorten Your Food Chain: Support local agriculture by growing your own food or connecting with nearby farmers, reducing the distance your food travels. Discover more resources at Creation Justice Ministries. Additional Resources: Creation Care: A Biblical Theology of the Natural World — explore how scripture calls us to care for creation. Young Evangelicals for Climate Action — a network supporting young Christians in climate advocacy. The Green Lectionary Podcast, hosted by Derrick Weston What Does the Bible Say about Climate Change, Episode 30 of Citizens Climate Radio Meet Guest(s):  Rev. Kyle Meyaard-Schaap: Rev. Kyle Meyaard-Schaap is the Executive Director of the Association for a More Just Society–US. An ordained minister in the Christian Reformed Church in North America, Kyle holds a B.A. in religious studies from Calvin University and an M.Div. from Western Theological Seminary. For over a decade, he has mobilized Christians worldwide to engage with climate action as an act of discipleship. His recent book, Following Jesus in a Warming World, has garnered national and international attention, with features in PBS, NPR, CNN, and The New York Times. Kyle lives with his wife and two sons in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Peterson Toscano: Peterson Toscano is a performance artist and activist known for his creative approaches to climate advocacy. As a podcast host of Citizens Climate Radio, Quakers Today, and Bubble and Squeak, Peterson uses storytelling to inspire action on climate change, social justice, and LGBTQ+ issues. His work encourages listeners to view climate change as an invitation to imagine

Nicole Diroff and guest co-host Dr. Keisha McKenzie dive into Jewish perspectives on climate change with Joelle Novey, director of Interfaith Power & Light (DC, MD, and Northern VA), and poet Jessica Jacobs. Joelle shares insights into how her Jewish faith informs her climate work and reads from her latest poetry collection Unalone.

This conversation touches on the profound sense of ”doom” many feel in the face of climate change and how this emotion can be harnessed to foster courage and hope.

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