Gathering at the Headwaters
Itasca State Park Park Rapids, MNJoin us for our 6th annual Gathering at Mississippi's Headwaters. Be with people of faith and conscience as we affirm Indigenous sovereignty and nurture connections with our land, water, and all living creatures. Come away invigorated by the real change we are creating, and the multitude of ways we honor and respect one another and…
Paving the Way to Justice 40
Metro State University 700 7th St E, St Paul, MNMNIPL is excited to sponsor Paving the Way to Justice 40: Minnesota's Diverse Voices Forging Equitable Participation in the Future of Clean Energy Forum. On Monday, June 5, Minnesota’s Environmental Justice advocates are coming together to chart a course forward for full, equitable participation of our state's Indigenous and BIPOC communities in the rapidly unfolding…
Faith leaders on Earth – a multi-faith panel
ZoomJoin our faith leader panel as they introduce us to the jewels of their tradition’s teachings on care for the earth. Panelists: Dr. Prasad Bastodkar, Hindu Society of Minnesota; Payton Hoegh, Episcopal Los Angeles and Center for Spirituality in Nature; Rabbi Ricky Kamil Temple Israel, Minneapolis and Beacon Interfaith Housing Collaborative; Rev. Onryu Laura Kennedy,…
MNCIFA Celebration!
The Coliseum Building 2708 E Lake St., Minneapolis, MN, United StatesWe've had a lot to celebrate this legislative session, and here’s another reason to keep dancing — the Minnesota Climate Innovation Finance Authority was created and fully funded with $45 million! MNCIFA is a state funding authority that will help communities, families, and businesses access money for renewable energy and other green projects. This innovative…
Spirit of Water
Join us on July 15 for a celebration with Mississippi River! Come gather to connect, learn, pray, engage, play, celebrate, and honor the spirit of water. The event is designed to highlight the care and responsibility involved in protecting and sharing valuable water resources—like Mississippi River—that in today’s world are often hidden by infrastructure and…
A SECOND July Voices for Climate Song Circle
Spirit of Peace / Mills Church 13215 Minnetonka Dr., Minnetonka, MN, United StatesJoin the Spirit of Peace and Mills Church communities for a welcoming Sunday morning of togetherness and song. Following the 10am service and lunch, Songleader Sarina Partridge will teach original, simple songs that all can sing.
Voices for Climate Song Circle – August
Grand Marais Campground & Marina 114 S 8th Ave W, Grand Marais, MN, United StatesJoin songleader Sarina Partridge and Grand Marais faith leaders for a Voices for Climate Song Circle in Grand Marais on Wednesday, August 2 at 5pm under the Rec Park picnic shelter on the bay in Grand Marais! All are welcome, including kids and families. 5:00pm - Bring a picnic meal to enjoy 6:00-8:00pm singing! Sarina will teach original,…
Yes, Your Congregation Can Go Solar!
ZoomLearn how your congregation can benefit from solar energy and slash carbon emissions. Get answers to your questions about solar energy and funding opportunities.
Community Connector Circle – 1st Thursday
ZoomDo you share information from MNIPL and opportunities to act for climate justice with your congregation, community, or team in any way? We invite you to be part of our Community Connector Circle! In this working group, we’ll share ideas, ask questions, celebrate successes, and get to know each other. We meet on the 1st…
How We Win: Organizing for Environmental and Climate Justice
Minneapolis Friends Meeting 4401 York Ave S, Minneapolis, United StatesFrom his first arrest in the Civil Rights era to his most recent during a climate justice march at the age of 83, George Lakey has committed his life to a mission of building a better world through movements for justice. Lakey's life and vast experience with nonviolent social change organizing reminds us how to…