How Faith Communities Can Address The Climate Crisis

In July 2023, Molly Burhans gave a special presentation titled How Faith Communities Can Address the Climate Crisis at St. Mary Parish at the University of Michigan. Hosted by a coalition of faith-based groups, including the Sierra Club Huron Valley Group, St. Mary Student Parish, and several local Lutheran, Catholic, and Jewish congregations, Burhans discussed the vital role faith communities can play in combating the climate crisis. She explored how religious teachings on stewardship, justice, and care for creation can inspire collective action and environmental responsibility. Burhans shared insights from her own work in faith-based environmental advocacy, offering practical strategies for faith communities to engage in sustainability efforts, advocate for policy changes, and create resilient, eco-conscious communities.