My period of spiritual deconstruction is behind me, but that doesn’t mean I don’t still experience doubt. It’s still there, clinging to the edges of my prayers, but usually harmless enough that I can ignore them. Other times, I can’t: especially when news reports about climate change continue to prophecy doom and gloom about the… Continue reading When Faith Clashes With Climate Change
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A few lifestyle changes for greener living
Instead of specific New Year's resolutions, I try to stick to general, non-specific goals for the year. One such goal that's been on my mind for a while is to make lifestyle changes so I produce less waste, and consume less as a whole, while making choices that are better for the health of the… Continue reading A few lifestyle changes for greener living
Environmentalism isn’t just for secularists
Growing up Jewish, it was not unusual to hear about humanity’s mandate to care for the environment in synagogue, in addition to hearing about God. In fact, I learned more about basic ways of caring for the earth in Sunday school than I did in public school. To be Jewish and an environmentalist was treated… Continue reading Environmentalism isn’t just for secularists