Congregational Resources for Talking about Faith and Climate

It can be challenging. For most people, climate change is an abstract subject tainted with divisive politics. We hear bits of guidance, such as getting the message and messenger right. To some, this means having scientists explain science. To others, it means having faith leaders talk about climate to the faithful. But there’s more to it than that.

The truth is, we can all speak effectively on climate change. Americans know that the climate around them is changing. They are overtly or latently concerned. They want information and solutions that instill confidence and are consistent with their values and beliefs. If we truly understand and connect with Americans, we can provide them with answers that build support for solutions that they, in turn, can share with their networks.

Let's Talk Faith and Climate: Communication Guidance for Faith Leaders is designed to be useful to both experienced and novice climate change and faith communicators.

15 Steps to Create Effective Climate Communications outlines the specific flow for creating and delivering successful climate change communications that resonate with your target audience.