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Here's a list of some upcoming online and Rogue Valley in-person eco-spiritual activities that may interest you. Check back, as this post will be updated during January as we get additional information, and a new calendar listing will come out in late January 2026. Don't be intimidated by the scope of this list; choose to participate in just what calls to you. January 6 - February 24, 2026 , from 4-5:30 p.m. PST - Spiritual Paths Institutes is offering their InterSpiritual

On October 27, 2025, just ahead of the November 2025 COP30 summit in Brazil, billionaire investor Bill Gates issued a memo: Three Tough Truths About Climate advising world leaders that global warming “will not lead to humanity’s demise” and that efforts to reduce emissions are “diverting resources from the most effective things we should be doing to improve life in a warming world.” Is he right? Climate Scientists Respond With Urgency Covering Climate Now and Sammy Roth, wh

The Institute on Religion in an Age of Science (IRAS) is a non-denominational society fostering dialogue between religion and science, bridging the gap between scientific understanding and religious thought through conferences, publications like  Zygon: Journal of Religion and Science , and discussions on topics from AI ethics to space exploration, aiming to create a more cohesive worldview.  What is IRAS? Mission: To help reformulate religion in light of modern science, fos

I am not a scientist, so I asked Google Gemini: "What is the evidence for climate change?" Gemini said: "The scientific evidence for climate change is extensive, with observations from the atmosphere, oceans, and land confirming global changes." "There is an overwhelming scientific consensus that human activities, particularly the burning of fossil fuels, are the primary cause." Key evidence includes:  Global Temperature Rise: Earth's average surface temperature has increase

Robert Lawrence Kuhn speaks on consciousness at the N2 Conference in Berkeley on November 23, 2023 Robert Lawrence Kuhn is an American intellectual who has focused his attention on the subject of consciousness over the past 20+ years, and is the author of the 2000 book Closer to Truth: Challenging Current Belief. Kuhn also created, wrote, executive-produced, and hosted the PBS TV series Closer to the Truth , which premiered in 2000 and broadcast 22 seasons of episodes. The s

Speakers for TAF’s interfaith series, clockwise from top left: Kosen Gregory Snyder, Rev. Cameron Trimble, Imam Jamal Rahman, Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde, and Rev. Randy Woodley. December 9, 2025 , at 4 p.m. PST - Third Act Faith honors the late Joanna Macy by continuing to explore her Work That Reconnects , a set of simple but profound practices to build strength and resilience for our work to heal the world. Register here. December 10, 2025, at 4 p.m. PST - Third Act's

On November 5, 2025 , the Center for Process Studies hosted a webinar with author Nish Dubashia and co-presenter Marie Murtagh , who on YouTube discussed A Brief History of God: From Nature Spirits to Cosmic Consciousness . This thought-provoking event traced the sweeping evolution of human spirituality—from ancient tribal reverence for nature spirits to an emerging vision of unified cosmic consciousness. "Drawing from history, philosophy, psychology, science, and lived

. Churches take to the streets: WCC joins massive climate justice march in Brazil at COP30. COP30 in Brazil is in its final days, mid-November, Bloomberg reports : " Dozens of countries are pushing for the COP30 summit to deliver a ' road map away from fossil fuel use ' as its key outcome,.. At the United Nations meeting, representatives from the Marshall Islands, Colombia, the UK, Germany, Kenya, and Sierra Leone led a group of about 20 countries in calling for a path to sh

The Beginning of Another World. " Advent marks the beginning of the church year—an invitation to step out of the empire's time and into God's time, where the last are first, the mighty are scattered, and a child born in occupied territory changes everything." ~ Diana Butler Bass Here are some links to some upcoming online and Rogue Valley in-person eco-spiritual activities that may interest you. Check back, as this post will be updated during December as we get additional inf

PBS aired an important half-hour program in fall 2025: Interconnections , produced by the Connectivity Project. " This powerful film explores how our actions create ripples in an interconnected world. Featuring Indigenous elders, scientists, and activists, it highlights shared cultural wisdom and inspiring real-life stories. From butterfly conservation to youth environmental advocacy, it empowers viewers to recognize their impact and embrace a deeper sense of responsibili

"The EcoCiv Institute (EcoCiv) first emerged as a vision of the scholar and activist John B. Cobb, Jr.  A professor at the Claremont Graduate University and Claremont School of Theology and a leader in ecological thinking. Prof. Cobb wrote the founding work in eco-theology in 1971,   Is It Too Late? A Theology of Ecology . Over the decades that followed, Cobb published over 50 books, inspired two generations of scholars and activists, founded multiple organizations, and org

On October 18, 2025, Philip Clayton gave a lecture at Tripp Fuller's Homebrewed Christianity Theology Beer Camp 2025 on a Theology of the Groaning of Creation (A Cosmic Account) . Clayton's talk first covered the origins and evolution of the universe, including images from space telescopes and discussions on star formation and potentially habitable planets. He explored scientific and spiritual perspectives on the nature of life and consciousness, including insights into bi

Land use decisions are a powerful lever for shaping the future. These research-driven scenarios demonstrate how foresight tools can help communities imagine and design a more equitable and sustainable future—one that works for both people and the environment. ~ Rachel Hatch, Chief Operating Officer, IFTF On December 11, 2024 , the Institute for the Future (IFTF) published a study: Oregon 2035: Four Alternative Scenarios on climate change . This alternative futures project w

Here's a list of some upcoming online and Rogue Valley in-person eco-spiritual activities that may interest you. Check back, as this post will be updated during November as we get additional information, and a new calendar listing will come out in late November 2025. Don't be intimidated by the scope of this list; choose to participate in just what calls to you. October 22  at 4:00–5:30 p.m. PDT - Center for Christogenesis will have special guests Brian Thomas Swimme and M

Here's a list of some upcoming online and Rogue Valley in-person eco-spiritual activities that may interest you. Check back, as this post will be updated during October as we get additional information, and a new calendar listing will come out in late October 2025. Don't be intimidated by the scope of this list; choose to participate in just what calls to you. September 30, 2025, to October 21st, 2025 , at 10 a.m. PT - Earth Literacies is presenting   A Human Spiritual Visi

The N2 2024: The Noosphere & The Global South conference took place on December 16-18, 2024, in Ben Guerir, Morocco 🌐 The N2 Conference...

In " America at a Crossroads ," a December 19, 2023 PBS NewsHour special, Judy Woodruff explored what was driving the immense division...

August 28, 2025, from 4:00 - 5:15 p.m. PDT - Garrison Institute Pathways to Planetary Health Forum and the  Yale Forum on Religion and...

Earthbound: God at the Intersection of Climate and Justice is an invitation to live sustainably, rooted in our faith and our shared call...

Here's a list of some upcoming online and Rogue Valley in-person eco-spiritual activities that may interest you. Check back, as this post...

September 1, 2025 is the annual ecumenical celebration of Creation Day This tradition was initiated by the Orthodox Church in 1989 and...

In my April 25, 2025, blog post, I asked, " Is Religion Obsolete ?" referencing a recent survey by Pew Research Center. There are clear...

Carter Phipps gave a talk on Seed Cultures at Steve McIntosh 's monthly Zoom group. His presentation is now available to view on the...

https://youtu.be/JQPlhdbfrC8?si=_kgjXr81yfUljF40 The Snowmass Interreligious Conference was held from 1984 until 2015 by Father Thomas...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RJjG54LI4SE Human Energy has released the above video of the June 12, 2025, New York City Salon: Human...

July 20, 2025 , from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. PDT - Rogue Valley Farm Tour with 30 farms participating. Medford Food Co-op will have brochures,...

Here's a list of some upcoming online and Rogue Valley in-person eco-spiritual activities that may interest you.

President Trump's AI Policy On January 20, 2025 , President Trump issued Executive Order 14148 , revocation of the Biden-Harris AI...

The OBBB is the most anti-environment and anti-climate bill in history.

Spiritual community for generations X, Y, and Z usually does not mean church or organized religion, but several networks offer resources for conscious living, empowerment, and inspiration. Community is created both in person and online.