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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160405T170000
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SUMMARY:Katharine Hayhoe: Collaborative Communities Reception
DESCRIPTION:Climate Scientist\, Dr. Katharine Hayhoe will lead us as we share in creative conversation about the future of Western North Carolina and our planet. Named to “Time” magazine’s 100 Most Influential People in the World list for 2014\, Katharine is an atmospheric scientist who studies climate change\, one of the most pressing issues facing humanity today. But Katharine may be best-known to many people because of how she’s bridging the broad\, deep gap between scientists and Christians— work she does in part because she’s a Christian herself. Register here. \n  \n 
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/katherine-hayhoe-col/
LOCATION:Lenoir-Rhyne University\, 36 Montford Avenue\, Second Floor\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:NCIPL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160405T150000
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CREATED:20160403T161059Z
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SUMMARY:Katharine Hayhoe: Prayer Gathering
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join Dr. Katharine Hayhoe\, Young Evangelicals for Climate Action\, Evangelical Environmental Network\, and NC Interfaith Power & Light in prayer on this year’s Global Day of Prayer for Climate Action. Click here to register.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/katharine-hayhoe-prayer-gathering-2/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church\, 5 Oak Street\, Asheville\, United States
CATEGORIES:NCIPL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160405T073000
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SUMMARY:Katharine Hayhoe: Prayer Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Katharine Hayhoe\, Young Evangelicals for Climate Action\, the Evangelical Environmental Network\, and NC Interfaith Power & Light in prayer on this year’s Global Day of Prayer for Climate Action. Register here.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/katharine-hayhoe-prayer-breakfast/
LOCATION:Billy Graham Library\, 4330 Westmont Drive\, Charlotte\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:NCIPL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160404T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160404T210000
DTSTAMP:20260427T095826
CREATED:20160318T182845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160318T183505Z
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SUMMARY:Katharine Hayhoe: Transforming Our Energy Future -- Energy Equity & You
DESCRIPTION:NC Interfaith Power and Light\, Clean Air Carolina\, Medical Advocates for Healthy Air\, and the Union of Concerned Scientists host this event featuring Dr. Katharine Hayhoe\, Associate Professor in the Department of Political Science and director of the Climate Science Center at Texas Tech University\, and Jim Rogers\, former CEO of Duke Energy and author of “Lighting the World: Transforming Our Energy Future by Bringing Electricity to Everyone.” \nThis event will explore how the energy sector is transforming energy production as the global energy markets shift to a low carbon economy\, why this transition is occurring and possible barriers\, what role clean renewable energy plays in this new energy future\, and how to ensure this transition is done in an equitable way that ensures everyone access to affordable choices. \nFree and open to the public\, but registration is required.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/katharine-hayhoe-transforming-energy-future-energy-equity/
LOCATION:Odell Building – 7th Floor\, 525 North Tryon Street\, Charlotte\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:NCIPL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160317T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160317T120000
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SUMMARY:NCCC in Charlotte
DESCRIPTION:Please join us at Myers Park Baptist Church to meet the Rev. Dr. Jennifer E. Copeland\, the Council’s new executive director\, and to learn about new and expanded initiatives the Council is offering statewide. We’ll bring plenty of sample resources and let you know how to access additional materials; all are free.  \nOur time together will start at 10 and end by noon on Thursday\, March 17. Light refreshments will be offered. Our thanks to the Rev. Ben Boswell and everyone at MPBC for their hospitality. \nNot sure if your denomination is a member of the Council? Check here. \nBut even if your denomination is not a member\, we hope you will join us on the 17th and in our ongoing efforts to make North Carolina a more just\, unified\, and peaceful place for all.  \nAn RSVP to info@ncchurches.org would be helpful so that we bring enough materials with us\, but feel free to join us even if you do not have the opportunity to respond. \n 
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/nccc-in-charlotte/
LOCATION:Myers Park Baptist Church\, 1900 Queens Road\, Charlotte\, 28207\, United States
CATEGORIES:Christian Unity,Farmworkers,Food,Immigration,Legislative Advocacy,NCIPL,Peace,Regional Visits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150923T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150923T200000
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CREATED:20150828T150001Z
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SUMMARY:Playin' and Prayin' followed by Let Us Pray Together
DESCRIPTION:Join NC Interfaith Power & Light and Mom’s Clean Air Force for a family-focused event highlighting our moral call to protect the health of our children and the environment. The first hour will be spent in fellowship with food\, games\, activities\, music\, and advocacy opportunities for kids of all ages. At 6:30 pm the Reverend Dr. Jennifer Copeland\, executive director of the NCCC\, will lead the community in prayer in solidarity with vigils to take place in Washington D.C. and across the country the evening before the Pope will address the U.S. Congress. For more details\, please contact info@ncipl.org. \nThis event will lead into the “Let Us Pray Together” vigil that begins at 7 pm. Church of the Nativity will join other faith communities around the nation to host an ecumenical prayer vigil service on the eve of Pope Francis’ address. It will be an historic visit\, as he is the first leader of the Holy See to do this. Please email cwsigel@aol.com if you plan to attend.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/playin-and-prayin-followed-by-let-us-pray-together/
LOCATION:Church of the Nativity\, 8849 Ray Road\, Raleigh\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:NCIPL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150911T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150911T160000
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CREATED:20150828T142632Z
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SUMMARY:Audubon Ambassador Training
DESCRIPTION:Audubon’s Birds and Climate Change Report finds that 170 species of birds found in North Carolina are at risk because of the damaging effects of climate change. Without action against climate change many of our birds could be gone forever. AudubonNC has partnered with NCIPL to develop a bold initiative to spread the message that climate change is having a devastating impact on our birds. Join a committed\, passionate group of individuals who love birds and nature and want to do more to combat the effects of climate change. For more information\, contact Kim Brand\, kbrand@audubon.org or 336-391-9614.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/audubon-ambassador-training/
LOCATION:Community United Church of Christ\, 814 Dixie Trail \, Raleigh\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:NCIPL,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150825T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150825T193000
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CREATED:20150816T231217Z
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SUMMARY:Celebrate Solar Soiree
DESCRIPTION:There is a lot to celebrate around solar successes in North Carolina. We can’t wait to share these stories with you. Join Self-Help\, FLS Energy\, Clean Energy for WNC\, RiverLink\, and North Carolina Interfaith Power & Light for a happy hour-style reception and networking soiree. You’ll hear stories\, learn a bit about the state of solar in NC and be asked to share what we can do together to build an affordable solar society that’s accessible to all. Light refreshments will be served. Bring a friend but be sure to RSVP!
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/celebrate-solar-soiree/
LOCATION:Lenoir-Rhyne University\, 36 Montford Avenue\, Second Floor\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:NCIPL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150225T190000
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CREATED:20150223T141409Z
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UID:18726-1424890800-1424894400@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Come to the Table Ecumenical Service
DESCRIPTION: “Building\, Planting\, Growing: A Service of Reconciliation” will focus on reconciling ourselves with the land and within our communities. Clergy from First Baptist Church of Elon\, First United Methodist Church of Elon\, Elon Community Church and Buckhorn United Methodist Church will lead the service. All are welcome. \n “We are called to be peacemakers in all contexts– in the church\, in our communities and in the world\,” said NC Council of Churches Program Associate  Jennie Wilburn\, a co-organizer of the service.  Since Come to the Table’s inception\, the NC Council of Churches has been a sponsor.  \n 
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/come-table-ecumenical-service/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church of Elon\, 621 East Haggard Avenue\, Elon\, NC
CATEGORIES:Farmworkers,Food,Immigration,NCIPL,Peace,PHW
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20141118T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20141118T110000
DTSTAMP:20260427T095826
CREATED:20141002T153054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141002T160117Z
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SUMMARY:The Council Visits Asheville
DESCRIPTION:Join Council staff and friends for a light breakfast at 8:30 a.m. followed by welcoming remarks by Bishop Porter Taylor\, Episcopal Diocese of Western North Carolina at 9. Executive Director George Reed will provide an update on the Council’s work for social justice\, then choose up to two break-out sessions focused on specific areas of work: \n\nCreation Care led by NCIPL Director Susannah Tuttle\nLegislative Advocacy led by George Reed\nFarmworkers and Immigration led by Program Associate Jennie Wilburn\nImproving the Health of Clergy and Congregants led by Partners in Health and Wholeness Coordinator Willona Stallings\n\nVisit with old friends\, make new ones\, and leave with resources for you and your faith community. \nThere is no cost\, but please let us know if you’ll be attending so that we can prepare\, 919-828-6501 or info@ncchurches.org. \nPlease park in the front lot closest to I-240 and enter through the chapel doors.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/council-visits-asheville/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church\, 5 Oak Street\, Asheville\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Christian Unity,Farmworkers,Food,Immigration,Legislative Advocacy,NCIPL,PHW,Regional Visits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20141117T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20141117T140000
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SUMMARY:The Council visits Charlotte
DESCRIPTION:Bring a bag lunch\, and join Council staff and friends for fellowship at 11:30 a.m. We’ll provide drinks and dessert. Beginning at noon\,  Executive Director George Reed will provide an update on the Council’s work for social justice\, then choose up to two break-out sessions focused on specific areas of work: \n\nCreation Care led by NCIPL Director Susannah Tuttle\nLegislative Advocacy led by George Reed\nFarmworkers and Immigration led by Program Associate Jennie Wilburn\nImproving the Health of Clergy and Congregants led by Partners in Health and Wholeness Coordinator Willona Stallings\n\nVisit with old friends\, make new ones\, and leave with resources for you and your faith community. \nThere is no cost\, but please let us know if you’ll be attending so that we can prepare\, 919-828-6501 or info@ncchurches.org.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/council-visits-charlotte/
LOCATION:Park Road Baptist Church\, 3900 Park Road\, Charlotte\, United States
CATEGORIES:Christian Unity,Farmworkers,Food,Immigration,Legislative Advocacy,NCIPL,Peace,PHW,Regional Visits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20131115T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20131115T210000
DTSTAMP:20260427T095826
CREATED:20131028T185747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20131028T185747Z
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SUMMARY:Local Food Feast
DESCRIPTION:The Local Food Feast is always one of the highlights of Carolina Farm Stewardship Association’s Sustainable Agriculture Conference. Keynote speaker Paul Holmbeck coordinated the successful European campaign for a total ban on GMOs and played a central role in Denmark’s new goal of 60% organic food in all public sector meals. This fascinating former Durham resident is sure to inspire. \nNCIPL’s Sacred Foodscapes program is a “Plentiful Sponsor” of the feast.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/local-food-feast/
LOCATION:Imperial Sheraton Hotel\, 4700 Emperor Boulevard\, Durham\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,Food,NCIPL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20131009T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20131009T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T095826
CREATED:20131002T173547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20131002T173956Z
UID:13931-1381320000-1381323600@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Caring for God’s Creation through Climate Action
DESCRIPTION:The Southern Alliance for Clean Energy (SACE) is sponsoring the Southeast Coastal Climate Network’s (SECCN) webinar series with a presentation on faith-based climate action in the Southeast.Join this webinar to hear from faith leaders in Georgia (Rev. Alexis Chase)\, South Carolina (Rev. Michael McClain)\, and NCIPL steering committee member\, Penny Hooper from North Carolina. Download a printable flyer here. \nTO REGISTER CLICK HERE.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/caring-gods-creation-climate-action/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:NCIPL
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