Environmental Evangelism Commission
We are a group of lay and clergy leaders of the diocese who focus on environmental issues from the perspective of a people of faith.
Scripture for the work
“How many are your works, Lord! In wisdom you made them all; the earth is full of your creatures.”
Psalm 104:24-25
Mission
We celebrate and care for God’s creation — raising awareness of urgent environmental threats and lifting up ministries rooted in protection, preservation, and sustainability.
Who We Serve
We serve those who live, worship, and enjoy South Louisiana and the Gulf Coast.
Get Involved
Contact our co-chairs to learn more.
In Action
Celebrate God’s Creation
We are inspired by the rich natural beauty of South Louisiana. Through our ministry, we seek to be present to the unique landscape around us and to recognize the sacredness within God’s creation. Our work calls us to care for the earth with reverence and intention.
More About This Ministry
Mission:
- To inspire the Diocese of Louisiana to celebrate the beauty, mystery, sacredness, and generosity of God’s creation.
- To raise awareness both within and outside the Church on the urgency and importance of caring for the environment
- To educate the members of the Episcopal Church in Louisiana about current environmental issues, and how those issues affect the continued livability of our region and our world.
- To emphasize models of ministry that incorporate protection, preservation, and sustainable use of God’s creation.
As environmental stewards, we recognize:
- We are disciples of Jesus Christ, and recognize that the earth is the Lord’s (Psalm 24).
- The earth has been made in and through Christ (John 1) and we are placed in it as a garden planet (Genesis 2:7-9, 15).
- Baptized Christians in our tradition vow to respect the dignity of every human being and a key mark of mission in the Episcopal Church is safeguarding the integrity of God’s creation. That means stopping environmental racism and finding new ways to empower people to follow Jesus to participate in the difficult work of environmental justice, including protecting families, water, and air.
News: EDOLA Now Member of Gulf Coast Creation Care
The Environmental Evangelism Commission is pleased to announce that the Episcopal Diocese of Louisiana is now a member of Gulf Coast Creation Care.
By joining this network, the diocese affirms its commitment to caring for God’s creation alongside other dioceses, churches, and organizations from a variety of denominations and faith traditions. The Diocese of Louisiana is now listed on the Gulf Coast Creation Care website among its member partners.
Leadership & Contact
Co-Chairs
Molly Blackwell, Co-Chair (St. Margaret’s, Baton Rouge)
The Rev. Harry Jenkins, Co-Chair (St. Michael’s, Mandeville)
Commission:
Janie Braud (St. Luke’s, Baton Rouge)
The Rt. Rev. Fred Devall (St. Martin’s, Metairie)
Peter Conroy (St. Margaret’s, Baton Rouge)
Nanette Ledet (St. Michael’s, Mandeville)
Bart Reilly (St. George, New Orleans)
Andrew Wilson (River Ridge)
Emily Taylor (St. James, Baton Rouge)
Rev. Patrick Edwards (Baton Rouge)
Charmaine Kathmann (New Orleans)
Environmental Evangelism co-chairs Molly Blackwell and Fr. Harry Jenkins.
REsource
Season of Creation Resource Guide
We invite you to utilize this thoughtful resurce guide for the upcoming Season of Creation, which begins on September 1st (World Day of Prayer for Creation) and concludes on October 4th (Feast of St. Francis of Assisi).
This guide is intended as a resource for priests, congregations, and individuals to use throughout the season.
Upcoming Events
There are no events planned as of now. Stay tuned.
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