The Environment

We are all aware of the debate about the future of the environment. The press on almost daily basis publish reports on important issues like global warming, carbon emissions and other many other elements of the ongoing debate about the environment.

The Church can play an important role in the discussions not the least because we believe in a creator God who gives us stewardship of that creation. It is important that we reflect theologically on the issues whilst also seeking to identify what we can do in our buildings to make them more environmentally friendly.

In addition we need to be asking ourselves and everyone in our churches what we can each do to help improve the environment. The personal cost being offset against what we can contribute to a better world.

The Diocese appointed the Revd Dr Barry Goodwin to be the Diocesan Environmental Officer combining this work within his responsibilities for Social Responsibility and his parish development responsibilities in the Croydon Episcopal Area.