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EcoHub

Welcome to the EcoHub

The EcoHub is your one-stop shop for information, practical advice and theological reflection on how we can best care for God’s creation. 

We’ve entered all the resources - a collection of our own and those from other organisations and groups - into an easy-to-search database. Just enter the term you’re looking for into the search box – and you can browse materials that will be relevant to you. 

We've also identified seven categories that align with the Eco Church framework, which we thoroughly encourage churches to follow. Click on the topic headings below to see related resources - they're a great starting point for individuals too.

Worship and teaching

Resources for delivering sermons, prayers, small group courses, services and sung worship.  

Buildings

Resources to support the care and management of our buildings in a way that’s better for the environment and works towards net zero carbon. 

Churchyards

Resources to help us manage our land for the benefit of wildlife and the environment. 

Lifestyle

Resources to support individuals take action to reduce the environmental impact of our daily lives  

Advocacy

Resources to support churches, schools and individuals to speak up for local and global climate issues, particularly focusing on climate justice 

Fundraising

Resources to signpost to funders, and tips on how to fundraise effectively for environmental projects 

Understanding climate, ecology and theology

Reading matter, videos, training courses and podcasts on a wide range of topics that will help individuals to further their understanding of climate issues 

Browse for resources

Enter your own search word(s) in the search box below to find exactly what you are looking for - you might like to try things such as ‘school’, ‘churchyard’, ‘energy’, ‘pray’, ‘children’ etc.

Environmental funding sources for churches
Description:
Church of England Parish Resources collection of charitable grants for churches for many areas including biodiversity, environmental and sustainability projects
Audience:
Parishes
Link:
https://www.parishresources.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/Charitable-Grants-for-Churches-July-2023.pdf

Environmental fundraising resources
Description:
Church of England 'Fundraising for Net Zero Carbon and the Environment' webpage with information on possible sources of funding for projects to reduce carbon emissions.
Audience:
Individuals
Link:
https://www.churchofengland.org/about/environment-and-climate-change/fundraising-for-net-zero-carbon

Environmental Fundraising Webinar Series for Churches
Description:
YouTube playlist of Church of England Environment Programme webinar recordings on Environmental Fundraising
Audience:
Parishes
Link:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcc_HT5TeqjqWpAe5J1Peexc2WoV5UxL6

Environmental resource collection from the Diocese of Southwark
Description:
Diocese of Southwark environment resource collection for individuals and churches
Audience:
Parishes
Link:
https://southwark.anglican.org/mission-ministry/faith-in-action/justice-peace-and-integrity-of-creation/environment/

Environmental, theological and practical talk recordings
Description:
A playlist of presentations from Bradford Cathedral's 2020 Eco Extravaganza, a wonderful collection of theological and practical information.
Audience:
Parishes
Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RmhVGsMQSAQ&list=PLpNLKc2i3eDisffmoNIcafqNhbAaxgExC

Environmentally-focused sermons from A Rocha
Description:
A Rocha's collection of sermons on a variety of environmental topics, such as waste, biodiversity, clean air, clean water.
Audience:
Parishes
Link:
https://atyourservice.arocha.org/en/category/sermons/

Everyday Faith Environment and Social Justice course
Description:
Environment and Social Justice course on the CofE Everyday Faith Portal. 6 sessions on creation, energy, travel & transport, food, stuff and advocacy.
Audience:
Parishes
Link:
https://everydayfaith.churchofengland.org/

Faith Action for Nature service materials
Description:
Faith Action for Nature. Free, downloadable guides containing seasonal ideas for worship, focusing on connecting to nature and the centrality of environmental stewardship to Christian mission.
Audience:
Parishes
Link:
https://faithactionfornature.org/

Faithinvest - faith, finance and the environment
Description:
FaithInvest series of webinars covering the faith, environment and finance issues from this major alliance of over 70 world faiths organisations, of which the Church of England is part.
Audience:
Individuals
Link:
https://www.faithinvest.org/webinar-catch-up

Field Notes A Rocha Podcast
Description:
Field Notes A podcast by A Rocha explores the themes of conservation and hope. Varied guest interviews sharing the perspectives of those caring for creation all over the world.
Audience:
Individuals
Link:
https://fieldnotes_arocha.buzzsprout.com/1742834

Finding the Way Through Water (book)
Description:
Finding the Way Through Water by Roland K Price. Explores how water contributes to our understanding of the created world and our Christian beliefs. Water pervades God’s story in the Bible, and an understanding of water management today helps.
Audience:
Individuals
Link:
https://www.austinmacauley.com/book/finding-way-through-water

For Creed and Creation (booklet)
Description:
For Creed and Creation - A simple guide to greening your Church by Gillian Straine and Nathan Oxley. Practical advice on how to make environmental improvements to the church building, from simple, small scale projects to major schemes.
Audience:
Parishes
Link:
https://d3hgrlq6yacptf.cloudfront.net/5f3ecfb22c3ee/content/pages/documents/d59a7aed58e8e43819553c6a78bfafbbd06212dc.pdf

Forest Church - outdoor worship
Description:
Forest Church. A Christian group exploring worship outside. (Also have a Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/forestchurch/)
Audience:
Parishes
Link:
http://www.mysticchrist.co.uk/forest_church

Freecycle
Description:
Website to aid passing on or finding second hand items, to reduce waste and the demand for new products.
Audience:
Individuals
Link:
https://uk.freecycle.org/

Freegle
Description:
Website to aid passing on or finding second hand items, to reduce waste and the demand for new products
Audience:
Individuals
Link:
https://www.ilovefreegle.org/

Friends of the Earth
Description:
Friends of the Earth provide many ideas for practical action and advocacy. They campain in the areas of Climate, Nature, System change and Consumption.
Audience:
Individuals
Link:
https://friendsoftheearth.uk/

Funding - Many sources
Description:
Oxfordshire County Council's webpage listing grant making bodies and funding opportunities. Many are national, some are local to Oxfordshire.
Audience:
Parishes
Link:
https://www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/residents/community-and-living/funding-and-grants

Funding for All directory
Description:
Funding for All points to funding sources, search for "church" etc.
Audience:
Parishes
Link:
https://www.fundingforall.org.uk

Funding for community energy projects
Description:
Community Energy England's collection of a wide range of funding opportunities relevant to community energy organisations. Many can be relevant to other groups.
Audience:
Parishes
Link:
https://communityenergyengland.org/pages/funding-opportunities-2

Funding Information for the Voluntary Sector
Description:
A collection of funding opportunities for the voluntary sector compiled by Slough Council for Voluntary Service but applicable widely.
Audience:
Parishes
Link:
https://sloughcvs.org/funding/
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