Climate Shades Of Green
By Michael Krakowiak |
Climate Shades Of Green
Moving beyond “We’re sorry” to a legacy of change and hope
By Rebekah Sears |
June 11 marks the second anniversary of the Canadian Government’s apology for the Indian Residential Schools. But an apology by itself is not enough. Forgiveness, reconciliation and the restoration of broken relationships requires a change in behaviour: repentance. In recent months, there have been more promises and actions to restore relations with Aboriginal peoples and the Government of Canada. But is it enough? Taking responsibility for the past can and should inspire significant and lasting change for the future –building a new legacy of change and hope.
Growing Food Sovereignty in Gardens
By Citizens for Public Justice |
Cultivating a mindful relationship with our food has never been more challenging or more important. Unlike preceding generations, the majority of us no longer live among those who grow our food. Much of the food sold in Canadian grocery stores has travelled long distances. And most eaters know remarkably little about their daily meals: Where was the food grown? By whom? Under what conditions?
St. Peter’s Ottawa is Caring for Creation
By Karri Munn-Venn |
Originally published in Canada Lutheran – July/August 2014 How do we restore our covenantal relationship with God and creation? This was the question put to a gathering of parishioners in the fellowship hall at St. Peter’s Lutheran, Ottawa, on a Sunday morning late in February. Seminarian (and St. Peter’s intern) JoAnne Lam had just preached…
CPJ Submission Pre Budget Consultation 2017
By Michael Krakowiak |
CPJ Submission Pre Budget Consultation 2017