An Episcopal Path to Creation Justice
An Episcopal Path to Creation Justice is a holistic four-level initiative developed to encourage and support congregations as they grow and deepen their responses to the climate emergency. The Path provides consultation, support, community and recognition for participating churches, offering trained companions and an opportunity to share with and learn from others.
Enrollment is open for 2026-27! Parishes with 2-4 committed leaders interested in developing a holistic plan for creation justice are invited to enroll in An Episcopal Path to Creation Justice in the fall of 2026. This 9-month program matches a trained Companion with a small group of leaders from Episcopal parishes to develop a comprehensive plan for creation justice.
Parishes do not need to have experience in creation justice work, do not need to have a settled clergy person available to join the team, and there is a sliding scale suggested donation of up to $500 for participation in the program. Participating groups receive ongoing support from their Companion, an invitation to monthly peer groups, and will develop a creation justice narrative that they can share with their congregation.
Please reach out to the Rev. Rachel Field and Deb Baker for more information or to enroll at episcopalcreationpath@gmail.com. Read the news release.
In addition to "An Episcopal Path to Creation Justice" described above, here are just a few more resources for getting started and connected on the journey to justly care for God’s creation.
Green Loans and Fossil Fuel Free Fund
In the Diocese of Massachusetts, loan and investment options are available to support congregations in their property and financial stewardship:
- Diocesan Green Loans are low-interest loans that enable congregations to make energy-efficient changes to their buildings. More information and application materials are available on the Green Loans page.
- Fossil Fuel Free Stock Fund: For information about investment opportunities with this broadly diversified portfolio, contact Bill Boyce, Investment Coordinator, Trustees of Donations (bboyce@diomass.org or 617-482-4826, ext. 557).