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Environmental Stewardship Task Force

The Episcopal Diocese of Rhode Island voted during its recent 217th Annual Convention held October 26-27, 'that congregations be encouraged to engage in the process of "greening" their churches utilizing the support of faith based organizations.'

The four-point resolution, entitled "Energy conservation and sustainable development", also calls on "all parishes, missions, and institutions of the Diocese" to have energy audits conducted; encourages Episcopalians to "add their voices of faith" to efforts regarding climate change; and mandates the establishment of a Diocesan task force to study issues of climate change and "function as a resource for education, advocacy, and action."

More information about the Episcopal Diocese of Rhode Island Environmental Stewardship Task Force (ESTF) can be found on their website. You can keep updated about ESTF meetings and events by joining the ESTF Facebook group.