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Deep dives into climate justice, advocacy highlights, and community stories from The People's Justice Council. Join us in shaping a sustainable and equitable future for all.
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An Open Letter to the Mayor and City Council of Stonecrest GA
To Mayor Johnson Lary and the City Council of Stonecrest, My name is Reverend Michael Malcom, and I am the Founder and Executive Director...
Rev M Malcom, MDiv MBA
Aug 4, 20203 min read


Reflections at the End of the Year/Decade
For too long we have been on defense and awaiting rescue as it relates to the #ClimateCrisis. We have been deemed as enemies of progress...
Rev M Malcom, MDiv MBA
Dec 31, 20192 min read


Three EJ Announcements
1. Climate Justice Event Congratulations to the Southeast Conference for receiving a special grant from the UCC Brown Continuing...
Rev M Malcom, MDiv MBA
Dec 17, 20191 min read


We Are One
We The People, cannot be stopped if we can work outside of our bubbles and look around to see the bigger picture. The bigger picture is this
Rev M Malcom, MDiv MBA
Nov 18, 20192 min read


Can spirituality and religion help hault climate change?
Criticizing the destructive moral foundations of society can be part of creating the structural change required to combat climate change.
Rev M Malcom, MDiv MBA
May 13, 20191 min read


A Church Considers the Meaning of Environmental Justice
We were surprised when two members were unsure why we included a paragraph about social justice and racism.
Rev M Malcom, MDiv MBA
Mar 15, 20191 min read


Messages of Stewardship affect Christians’ attitude about Climate Change, Study Finds
Christians’ attitudes toward the environment and climate change are shaped by stewardship...
Rev M Malcom, MDiv MBA
Mar 10, 20191 min read


A Lakota Historian on What Climate Organizers Can Learn from two centuries of indigenous resistance
“Our History Is the Future” traces Indigenous resistance from the Lakota people’s attempt to deny Lewis and Clark's passage through Missouri
Rev M Malcom, MDiv MBA
Mar 7, 20191 min read


Exploring the Intersection of Faith and Environmental Justice
Rashid's work includes exploring theology, the interaction between culture and religion, and the role of the arts in conflict mediation.
Rev M Malcom, MDiv MBA
Mar 5, 20191 min read
Many Evangelicals Swear Climate Change Isn’t Real. Meet the Christian Scientist Proving them Wrong
Unfortunately, the very thing that makes us good scientists can make us bad at communicating with the public.
Rev M Malcom, MDiv MBA
Sep 17, 20181 min read


'Religion helps us understand the world': Season of Creation celebrated in Saskatoon
Lesya Sabada believes that religion plays a critical role in constructing a global community of shared moral commitment and vision.
Rev M Malcom, MDiv MBA
Sep 15, 20181 min read


On a sinking island, climate science takes a back seat to the Bible
“The good thing about science,” Neil deGrasse Tyson tells us, “is that it’s true whether or not you believe in it.”
Rev M Malcom, MDiv MBA
Sep 3, 20181 min read


Irish Bishops Announce divestment from fossil fuel ahead of the pope’s visit
Pope Francis met with oil executives at the Vatican. “Civilization requires energy, but energy must not destroy civilization,” he said.
Rev M Malcom, MDiv MBA
Aug 25, 20181 min read


Green Hajj takes roots in Mecca: How devouts are working to reduce carbon footprints
More than 42,000 tonnes of waste are produced during the pilgrimage to Islam's holiest sites, according of Mohammed al-Saati.
Rev M Malcom, MDiv MBA
Aug 24, 20181 min read


A Leader in the war on poverty opens a new front: Pollution
“Those are the areas that do not have municipal water systems to filter and clean the water,” Ms. Evans added.
Rev M Malcom, MDiv MBA
Aug 24, 20181 min read


Environment, Religion Dominate Discussions in Brazil Austria
Two major conferences — one in Brazil and the other in Austria.
Rev M Malcom, MDiv MBA
Aug 24, 20181 min read


Catholic institutions commit to climate action
They’re speaking out in support of the Paris Agreement.
Rev M Malcom, MDiv MBA
Aug 23, 20181 min read


In Thailand, Ecology Monks Add a Moral Dimension to the Environmental Movement
"They see [tree ordination ceremonies] as an act of making merit, which can help with rebirth and, in some cases, having a better life now."
Rev M Malcom, MDiv MBA
Aug 23, 20181 min read


Costa Ricans reflect on creation
According to one attendee, "Those who attended left convinced that we can make a difference."
Rev M Malcom, MDiv MBA
Aug 21, 20181 min read


Young Religious Americans Care About The Environment
Religious people disagreed. Scholars noted that classic environmentalism in the United States has religious roots dating back to Puritans.
Rev M Malcom, MDiv MBA
Aug 12, 20181 min read
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