Events added since 11 June 2013:
National/International Awareness Days |
| 2013 |
International Year of Water Cooperation. |
| 2013 |
UN International Year of the Quinoa (IYQ) |
| now till 20 July 2013 |
Scotland to London |
http://www.justpeacepilgrimage.com/
The 2013 Peace and Justice Pilgrimage is currently walking from Iona to London We are walking to London highlighting Government plans to spend £100bn on Trident while slashing vital public services. Beginning on Iona at Pentecost ( Sunday May 19th) 2013, finishing at the houses of Parliament in London on Saturday 20th July 2013 it is an act of witness and communal celebration drawing strength and inspiration from historic centres of prayer along the way.. |
| 14-23 June |
UK |
Green Transport Week |
| 15-17 June |
Clun |
Clun Methodist Eco-Congregation is holding its annual Green weekend on June 15,16,and 17th - concentrating on the interdependence of all species including -
humans. The service on Sunday 16th will close with a section on -
Bumble bees. Seedlings favourable to bumblebees will be given out at the close.
On Saturday there is an outing to Dowke Bungalow, Newcastle on Clun -
and gardens where trees are a special feature between 2.00p.m. and 5.00p.m. £3.50 including tea and cakes. -
On Monday 17th we visit Middle Spode to see haymeadows, wild flowers
and the river |
| 15-23 June |
Bristol |
Bristol’s Big Green Week, 15-23rd June. |
| 15-23 June |
UK |
National Bike Week 2013 |
| 22 June |
Wilberfoss, nr York |
Open Churchyard Event - St John the Baptist Church, Wilberfoss (A1079 just east of York) on Saturday 22 June 10am-4pm (in conjunction with Yorkshire Wildlife Trust)-
Discover what we are doing to develop
our churchyard for wildlife.
Information about end of life things and memorials.
Church open and refreshments available. Served by East Yorkshire buses |
| 22 June |
Solihull
|
Go Green Fair' in Mel Square, centre of Solihull, now in its 4th year-
and bigger and better! -
Information on energy saving - Renault Twizzy car; solar cinema; lots of stalls and organisations, Fair Trade; bees & bee friendly activities.
Planned and organised (in conjunction with Solihull MBC) by Solihull Faith Forum Eco group |
| Sat 22 June |
Milton Keynes |
The Well at Willen: A Day is to be organised with Milton Keynes Christian Environment Group and Revd Liz Baker - The Well at Willen -
Newport Road,
Willen,
MK15 9AA,
Tel: 01908 242190 |
| 23 June |
St. Ives Cambs |
St. Ives Free Church (URC) in Cambridgeshire are celbrating 23 June as Environment Sunday: We are asking the congregation to share their photos on this theme. We will use the photos
both on the screen as an aid to our prayers of intercession, and as a display at the centre of our worship. We have found helpful resources at A Rocha's website. Members of the eco-group will be helping lead the worship alongside our Minister. It will be a café style service with L O A F refreshments served. |
| 23-27 June |
Grzybow, Poland |
Christianity and Sustainability - a five day workshop in Poland - aims to be challenging and practical - supported by European Union "Learner workshop program" - hence no charge. Closing date for application: 31 Jan 2013 http://ziarno.org.pl/component/content/article/149.html |
| 1 July |
London
|
Lecture: The Tree of Life- 6.00pm- Venue: Gresham College - The Rt Rev'd Richard Chartres, Bishop of London (lecturer) - the Bishop of London will explore trees as spiritual, mystical and religious symbols of faith and life. |
| 2 July |
Exeter |
10am-4pm Free conference of chuch Heating for Churches in the SW. at St Stephen's Church, Exeter- 01392 294940 |
| 3 July |
London |
Environmental Sustainability in the Workplace
Time: 10:00-16:00,
Location: TCPA, 17 Carlton House Terrace, London SW1Y 5AS -
A practical and comprehensive training day to help your organisation make real efficiency savings, engage with staff and stakeholders and improve the environmental impact of your workplace. 0207 324 4774 www.talkaction.org
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| 1-5 July |
Bron y Llys , mid Wales |
No Planet B - Looking at issues of ecology and faith, our place in creation and how we can create hope in the face of environmental crises. Led by John Bimson. £180 per person.Bron y Llys is a B&B and retreat house in the Cambrian mountains
half way between Llanidloes and Machynlleth www.bronyllys.co.uk |
| 5-7 July |
Milton Keynes |
Celebrating Creation’s Glory -
A Working Retreat in our organic garden -
At the Height of Summer work with our gardener Kevin Stephenson to explore the meditative nature of
physical activity. The gardening will be interspersed with sessions of meditation led by Anthony Purvis.
This retreat is for the physically active as it will involve practical work in the garden, such as weeding, planting and harvesting, (weather and seasons permitting) -
AT THE WELL AT WILLEN,
Newport Road,
Willen, Milton Keynes,
MK15 9AA -
Cost £100 inclusive of meals and materials.
Please call or email to book
Tel: 01908 242190 -
bookings@thewellatwillen.org.uk - www.thewellatwillen.org.uk |
| 7 July |
Morden Hall Park
Nat Trust |
Green Day Out 2013 festival -
The day is aimed at how to live a greener lifestyle with stalls including local food, green gardening tips, eco-crafts and entertainment from live bands. This festival is a great local community event and fun for
all of the family. |
| 7 July |
Weaverthorpe, Yorks |
Open Churchyard Event - Weaverthorpe Village Gardens and Church (very species-rich churchyard) 1pm-5pm (entry to gardens £3) |
| 10 July |
London |
Climate Emergency Day with Parliamentary Lobby. - |
| 11 July |
World |
World Population Day and here |
| 13 July |
Exeter |
DEVON’S LIVING CHURCHYARDS
Workshop
at
The Old Deanery, Exeter
(including visit to St. Bartholomew’s Churchyard, Exeter)
Saturday 13th July 2013
10.00a.m. – 2.00p.m.
Numbers Limited
Book with Joan Harris
01392-294940 / joanie@exeter.anglican.org
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| 13 July |
London |
All invited to Operation Noah's Annual Meeting - 10.30am – 4.30pm -
St Aloysius Church Hall, 20 Phoenix Rd, Euston, London NW1 1TA Following a short AGM, Operation Noah will introduce its exciting new national campaign asking churches to disinvest from fossil fuels which will be officially launched in the autumn. Come along and help us by feeding in your ideas.- Ann Pettifor and David Atkinson will speak.
The afternoon, led by CEL chair, Paul Bodenham, will focus on helping supporters communicate effectively on the new campaign and provide an introductory session for Operation Noah Ambassadors and any interested supporters.
Following a short AGM, Operation Noah will introduce its exciting new national campaign asking churches to disinvest from fossil fuels which will be officially launched in the autumn. Come along and help us by feeding in your ideas. - For more information and to book your place please go to: http://www.operationnoah.org/agm2013
Ann Pettifor -
David Atkinson - Honary Assistant Bishop of Southward Diocese
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| 13-18 July |
High Leigh
Conference Centre |
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| 19 July |
London |
A course for anyone looking to develop community engagement for energy-saving and climate change. www.talkaction.org
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| 19-21 July |
Hayes Conference Centre, Swanwick, |
ANNUAL JUSTICE & PEACE CONFERENCE
‘Breaking Open the Word: A Call to Faith in Action’
19 – 21 July 2013, The Hayes Conference Centre, Swanwick, Derbyshire
KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Megan McKenna – Theologian, Storyteller, Pax Christi Ambassador for Peace
See http://meganmckenna.com
MORE DETAILS AND BOOKING FORMS AVAILABLE ON THE WEBSITE: http:www.justice-and-peace.org.uk
Or contact admin@justice-and-peace.org.uk, 020 7901 4864 |
| 28 July |
World |
International Bog Day |
| Th 8 - Sat 10 Aug |
UK |
National Moth Night 2013 (includes 2 days...) |
| 17-20 Aug |
West Burton |
http://www.nodashforgas.org.uk/
"RECLAIM THE POWER : Join No Dash for Gas for a 4 day camp and protest |
| 17-24 Aug |
Lee Abbey, Devon |
Earth, Wind and Fire: Experiencing Creation through Isaiah
Lee Abbey, Devon
A creation-loving, family-friendly week to suit all ages. Join Ruth and Greg Valerio as they lead the adult sessions with biblical teach... ( read more) |
| 23-26 Aug |
Cheltenham |
Greenbelt 2013 - CEL will be taking part |
| 1 Sep - 4 Oct |
Europe |
Creation time - A Season to celebrate and raise awareness of creation and the environment. |
| 7 Sept |
Dunblane |
Eco-Congregation Scotland Local Networks Workshop - Dunblane Cathedral Halls. There will be the usual networking between the networks. |
| 10 Sept |
Perth, Scotland |
Perth Eco-congregation network: Trevor will speak on “the Environmental Imperative for Christians”. It is planned to invite all local churches, whether or not they are Eco-congregations. |
| 16-20 Sep |
Europe |
European Mobility Week |
| 21 Sept-6 Oct |
UK |
British Food Fortnight |
| 22 Sept |
World |
World Car Free Day |
| 29 Sept |
UK |
Back to Church Sunday |
| 4 Oct |
World |
World Animal Day |
| 6 Oct |
UK |
Animal Welfare Sunday |
| 9 Oct |
Aberdeenshire |
Trevor will talk about “Eco Worship”. to meeting of Chruches and individuals in Aberdeenshire interested in Eco-Congregation |
| 20-27 Oct |
UK |
One World Week 2013 |
| 18-20
Oct |
Ringsfield, Beccles |
CEL Retreat/Weekend Ringsfield, Beccles, Suffolk: |
| 22 Oct |
Carnoustie |
Angus and Dundee Eco-Congregation groups - St Anne’s RC Church in Carnoustie, topic: Waste and Recycling |
| 2 Nov |
London |
CEL Annual Members Meeting 2013, St Aloysius Church, Euston,
London NW1 1TA. |
| 4-8 Nov |
Scargill House, Yorkshire |
Why Should We Care For God’s World?
Scargill House, Yorkshire
A biblical and practical exploration on the theme of caring for God’s world - Led by Steve Hughes Using reflections on key bible passage... ( read more) |
| 17 Nov |
World |
World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims - third Sunday of November |
| 26 Dec 2013 |
Ripon |
 Boxing Day 9.30am Eucharist at Ripon Cathedral and Pilgrimage to Fountains Abbey, led by Bishop of Ripon and Leeds - Walk of about 4 miles,through beautiful scenery, carol service at Fountains Abbey at the end.
See pictures from 2011
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| 18 Jan 2014 |
London |
Ecocell Workshop on Food, Sustainable Agricutlture, Food Sovereignty and Security |
What's On? 2013 calendar 
