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Welcome to Week 3 of Changing by Choice. So far we have talked about why climate change is a matter of faith and heard from experts in science, law, and diplomacy about the challenges climate change causes for people around the world. This week we will talk about a topic familiar to people of faith, generosity. What does our faith tradition teach us about how we use our resources? How does trusting in God's providence affect the way we view our interactions with our neighbors?
This week's Global Ethical Stocktake question asks how we can "ensure that rich countries, major producers and consumers of fossil fuels, accerate their transitions and contribute financing for these measures in the most vulnerable countries?" In the video we will hear from more international experts about the role of climate finance in meeting goals for both adaptation and mitigation. Patience Nabukalu talks about the tension between the need for adaptation and mitigation projects in Uganda. Joy Reyes, from the London School of Economics, will tell us about the work of indigenous people using litigation to fight for climate adaptation projects. Maro Maua issues a stirring call for the United States to use its influence to fight for just and ethical climate action. Bread for the World's Rev. Eugene Cho and Karenna Gore of Union Seminary reminds us why faith communities are well-suited to the work of calling for climate action.
If "climate finance" is a new term for you, you can find more information in the COP Lesson part of the lesson plan and the glossary. A suggested prayer and lectionary passages are also provided to support your discussion of this important climate justice issue.