Faithful to the Earth: An Interfaith Dialogue on Sustainability

Apr 21 2010 6:30 pm
Apr 21 2010 9:00 pm

Join us on the eve of Earth Day to hear distinct voices from a variety of faith traditions dialogue around environmental sustainability. Panelists include former Earth Ministry staff member Mike Schut and the School of Theology and Ministry's Dr. Cynthia Moe-Lobeda!

Join us for this great event sponsored by Seattle University’s Magis: Alumni Committed for Mission & Academic Salons on the eve of Earth Day to hear distinct voices from a variety of faith traditions dialogue around environmental sustainability. The conversation will illuminate how particular faith traditions support sustainability, including concrete examples of environmental efforts rising out of these diverse faith communities.

The evening will begin with an appetizer social at 6:30pm, and the panel discussion will begin at 7pm.  Come to hear these great panelists:

Michael Schut
Economic & Environmental Affairs Officer, The Episcopal Church
Rev. Don Castro
Seattle Buddhist Church
Cynthia Moe-Lobeda, PhD
Theology & Religious Studies, Seattle University
Jonathan AC Brown, PhD
Arabic & Islamic Studies, University of Washington
Fr. Pat Twohy, SJ
Native American Ministry, Oregon Province of the Society of Jesus
Rabbi Zari Weiss
The Jewish Climate Challenge, Rodef Tzedek: The Center for the Pursuit of Justice

Jennifer Tilghman-Havens of the Office of Jesuit Mission & Identity at Seattle University will moderate.

This event is free and open to alumni of Jesuit education; the Seattle University community; and the greater public. To RSVP, email magis-rsvp@seattleu.edu or call 206-296-2637.