The Annual Environment and Spirituality Summit
Thank you for joining us!
About the Summit
This year’s Summit will explore the theme of 'Grounded & Engaged,' offering five sessions (plus a bonus session!) that will delve into how our spiritual practices can anchor us as we strive to care for Mother Earth and create a healthier and more just world.
About the Host
Faith in Place is the Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin Affiliate of Interfaith Power and Light. The organization is dedicated to empowering people of diverse faiths and spiritualities to be leaders in advancing environmental and racial justice, providing resources to educate, connect, and advocate for healthier communities. Learn more here.
Meet Our Speakers
We are thrilled to feature a distinguished group of speakers from diverse faiths, identities, and professional backgrounds at this year’s Summit. Explore their remarkable journeys and contributions on our Speakers Page, and get ready to be inspired by their unique perspectives on the vital intersection of spirituality and our relationship to each other and the Earth.
Photo Credit: Mark Tioxon
Meet Our Keynote Speaker, Lama Rod Owens.
Buddhist Minister, Author, Activist, Yoga Instructor, Authorized Lama, Queen
“Once we allow ourselves to be in relationship with our grief, then it can begin to teach us how to move through sorrow and hopelessness into clarity and connectedness.” - Lama Rod
Summit Sessions Overview
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Embracing Earth, Embracing Self: EcoDharma and the Path to Liberation
Sunday September 22nd
With Lama Rod Owens
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Spiritual Wisdom for Ecological Action
Monday September 23rd
With Gopal Patel
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Navigating the Climate Apocalypse: Spiritual Leadership in Times of Crisis
Monday September 23
With Rabbi Ora Nitkin-Kaner
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From Colonization to Kinship: Paths to Truth, Healing, and Repair
Tuesday September 24th
With Hilary Giovale
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Sacred Earth: EcoWomanism's Invitation to Environmental and Social Justice
Tuesday September 24th
With Dr. Melanie L. Harris
