Jun 10, 2021 | 2021, April-May-June, BeFriending Creation, New & Exploring, Number 2, Timely, Volume 34
By Shelley Tanenbaum. Dear Friends, Last year’s wildfires were different than in years past. In California, forests have evolved to not just live with fire, but to thrive because of it—fires clear brush and release seed for the next generation. Mature trees survive...
Jun 10, 2021 | 2021, April-May-June, BeFriending Creation, Hopeful, Individuals Taking Action, Meetings Taking Action, Number 2, Timely, Volume 34
By Gayle Matson. Recently a Friend in my Quaker meeting spoke movingly of her sadness upon visiting a favorite place that had been ravaged by fire last year. Many of us can relate to that shock and dismay of discovering that a landscape or ecosystem we dearly love has...
Jun 10, 2021 | 2021, Advocacy, April-May-June, BeFriending Creation, Number 2, Timely, Volume 34
Clarence Edwards leads Friends Committee on National Legislation (FCNL)’s work on sustainable energy and environmental policy as Legislative Director. He brings to FCNL extensive experience in government relations, issue advocacy, and strategic communications....
Jun 10, 2021 | 2021, April-May-June, Art & Poetry, BeFriending Creation, Number 2, Volume 34
By Allen McGrew Keen-eyed at dusk, the owl o’er the prairie glides as though on the wings of prayer, and the prayer she prays is a prayer for prey. And the prey? Furtively, he through the tall grass slides like the rustling wind of the breath of God, and he, too,...
Jun 10, 2021 | 2021, April-May-June, Art & Poetry, BeFriending Creation, Number 2, Volume 34
By John Heimburg You know him…. but not really. The one who never knew Unconditional Love. For whom the siren song of Transactionality calls………… a never-ending Quest for Acceptance Approval Adoration. Fame Has heightened...
Jun 10, 2021 | 2021, April-May-June, BeFriending Creation, Number 2, Renewable Energy, Volume 34
By Muriel Strand Many people believe we must rebuild our infrastructure. Unfortunately, almost everyone believes we must rebuild our fossil fuel infrastructure—roads, bridges, dams, ports, rail, pipelines, etc. What we need instead is to rethink our relationship with...
Jun 10, 2021 | 2021, April-May-June, BeFriending Creation, Number 2, Renewable Energy, Volume 34
By Bob Bruninga For decades, peak oil has been a term used to describe the anticipated dwindling supply of oil with anticipated skyrocketing prices due to scarcity and competition for resources. It turns out that the opposite has occurred as the demand for this...
Jun 1, 2021 | African Diaspora, United Nations
Quaker Earthcare Witness (QEW) has been a non-governmental organization (NGO) of the United Nations since 1999, holding four UN agency accreditations with the mission of bringing a spirit-led Quaker voice to UN deliberations on the environment. Our accreditations are:...
Jun 1, 2021 | Fracking
A Short Definition Hydraulic fracturing, commonly called fracking, is a drilling technique used to extract natural gas or oil from deep underground. Fracking is a controversial practice that has been shown to lead to dangerous and damaging results. Communities’...
Jun 1, 2021 | Divestment, Economics, Foundations, Pamphlets for Sharing
Friends around the world are taking steps to make their lives reflect changes crucial to the survival of life on Earth. Many consider divesting from fossil fuels as one such step that is consistent with Quaker values and testimonies. Friends are not alone in this...
