JRI is pleased to announce the publication of Briefing Paper number 45, “Exploitation of the Earth, Exploitation of People” by Revd Dr John Weaver, Vice-Chair of JRI. This paper is an extract from John’s chapter of the same title in Dan Pratt (editor), Slavery-Free Communities. Emerging Theologies and Faith Responses …
JRI is pleased to announce the publication of Briefing Paper 44, ‘Green Gospel: Christian Responses to the Challenge of Climate Crisis’ by Nicola Bull MA MSc, MPhil, Mlitt, and Trustee of ‘Operation Noah’. The abstract for the paper reads: “There is widespread acceptance that the world is facing a climate …
The John Ray Initiative is pleased to announce the publication of Briefing Paper number 43, “A Study on the Environmental Crisis and COVID-19” by Revd. Dr. Sam Mortimer. This paper reflects on the theology and praxis around sustainability and climate change, considering the COVID-19 pandemic. It explores the scriptures and …
There is an urgent need to include teaching on environmental issues in ministerial training and formation. This is the conclusion of a recent ecumenical consultation initiated by Martin and Margot Hodson of The John Ray Initiative, and Dave Bookless of A Rocha. ‘The imperative is both missional and theological,’ says …
Bishop David Atkinson has been at the forefront of theological thinking about climate change. He has recently produced a paper, “Looking Forward to COP26”, concerning his thoughts on the crucial climate change meeting in Glasgow next year. He has asked if we could publish it for him. The paper can …
Biblical foundations for a stable economy We are very grateful to Rev. Philip Lyes for allowing us to publish his series of TEN Small Group Bible studies on Biblical economics. The subject of economics is hugely influential in the world today, and the way we run our economies has a …
