Environmental Justice

In 2007, the Unitarian Church of Calgary achieved accreditation from the Unitarian Universalist Ministry for Earth as a “Green Sanctuary.” Green Sanctuary is now a standing committee. Its goals are:

To build awareness of societal environmental issues among Unitarians
To generate commitment for personal lifestyle changes
To motivate Unitarians to community action on environmental issues
To build a connection between spiritual practice and environmental consciousness
To build awareness of and rectify environmental injustices.

Green Sanctuary Pizza and Film Nights

Green Sanctuary hosts monthly pizza and film evenings with a pizza dinner followed by an earth-friendly film and discussion, co-sponsored with Arusha. This program has concluded for the 2011-2012 season.

Green Sanctuary Gardening Talks

In partnership with the Calgary Horticultural Society and the Permaculture Calgary Guild, Green Sanctuary hosts gardening talks by prominent local garden experts. Schedule for 2012:

January 27 – “Sustainable Living”
February 24 – “Water Issues”
March 16 – “New Gardeners”

Contact: Gorham Hussey or Bernie Amell