Archive for November 2018
Congregation Spotlight – St. John Neumann
St. John Neumann is a leading sustainable congregation in Northern Virginia! Their Care for Our Common Home ministry has had significant impact in both their congregation and the community. They were certified as a “cool congregation” based on their reduction in energy consumption and carbon emissions (28% reduction in energy use and a 29% reduction in greenhouse gas…
Read MoreCongregation Spotlight – Herndon Friends Meeting
Herndon Friends Meeting was looking to make their property a sanctuary for its non-human residents. At the same time, the landscaping at their place of worship needed updating as the foundation shrubs were overgrown and starting to die back from over-trimming. With a dedicated landscaping committee, members of Herndon Friends Meeting quickly learned how to…
Read MoreBe in the Know About Climate News!
Many organizations send out monthly newsletters with reports on various environmental concerns and actions across the country and in Northern Virginia. These communications can help your Green Team stay up to date on reports, articles and events. Blessed Tomorrow: Caring for Creation Today GreenFaith Interfaith Power and Light DMV Yale Program…
Read MoreArt and Environment
Looking for images to inspire thought and discussion at your Green Team meeting? Print out copies and bring them to your next meeting. You can also ask that one image be shared in your weekly bulletin or online congregation newsletter! Scroll through the images below and click on the images to find out the artist…
Read MoreNovember Newsletter
Dear FACS Community: Our hearts remain with the victims and families of the horrific shooting at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh. We continue to pray for the entire Jewish community, and for those fearful for their security. Our interfaith work is vital to continue to build bridges. Much love and support…
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