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Green Congregation Workshop
Saturday, January 31, 2009
12:30 to 1:00 p.m. Registration & Information Fair
Exhibitors will be invited to represent local environmental groups and other
organizations working with faith communities on environmental stewardship
1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Workshop
Draft Agenda
1:00 - 1:40 p.m.
Introductions and Inspirational Plenary Speaker from White Violet Center for Eco-Justice, a ministry of the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (invited)
1:40 - 2:30 p.m. Concurrent Breakout Sessions
Session 1: Getting Started
An introduction for congregations just beginning their environmental stewardship program
Ed Cohen
Janet McCabe
Session 2: Already Started
A facilitated discussion where congregations can share accomplishments, challenges and hopes for future action and explore possible joint efforts
Ray Wilson, Facilitator
2:30 - 2:45 p.m. Break and Information Fair
2:45 - 3:30 p.m.
Energy Efficiency
Indianapolis Power & Light's Green Power (invited)
Jodi Peras, Energy Efficiency at Epworth United Methodist Church
Concluding Discussion
Ed Cohen, Interfaith Alliance Indianapolis
Care for Creation Committee
Coordination and available resources
Parting thoughts and possible identification of joint project
Presented by a group of
congregational green teams from different faiths.
View exhibits and learn about local resources
Learn how to start a green ministry
Share experiences with others
Obtain information on energy efficiency
Get inspiration and ideas for your faith community
Second Presbyterian Church
7700 North Meridian Street, Indianapolis
This event is free and open to people of all faiths
To register, contact Brady Hansel
at: bhansel@hecweb.org or 317/686-4790
Deadline for registration: January 24, 2008
