Peace Lutheran is host to national faith and climate fourm

Some of those who gathered at Peace Lutheran Church for the 2025 faith and climate forum.

Peace Lutheran Church, 3740 Mayfield Road, was one of 83 hosts for the National Faith + Climate Forum 2025 on March 27.

More than 2,000 faith leaders, advocates, and community members across the country came together, via live stream and in person, for this landmark gathering intended to inspire bold, faith-rooted action on climate change. Hosted by ecoAmerica’s Blessed Tomorrow program, the event broadcast live programming to host locations nationwide and to individuals who attended via online broadcast.

Renowned conservationist Dr. Jane Goodall, founder of the Jane Goodall Institute and U.N. Messenger of Peace, and Sen. Raphael Warnock (D-GA) delivered compelling keynote addresses. Both called on faith communities to lead with hope, courage, and action in the face of the climate crisis.

“When many people make even small ethical choices . . . , cumulatively this will move us to a better and fairer, and more sustainable world,” said Goodall in her address.

“What’s good for our ecology is also good for our economy,” said Rev. Warnock

The 2025 forum featured 18 inspiring speakers who supported the integration of creation care into the faith lives of congregations and people of faith. Two speakers shared the story of the impacts on the community of the recent L.A. fires and the strength and hope provided by First AME Church of Pasadena, Calif., in the aftermath. Attendees left feeling inspired, and with practical tools, resources, and access to seed grants to implement climate action in their communities and congregations.

The National Faith + Climate Forum is the only event of its kind that mobilizes faith communities at scale across the country to act on climate as a moral, spiritual, and justice issue. The forum’s momentum will continue throughout the year via local events, education, resources, and engagement opportunities.

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