On Monday 11 of March, the Secretary-General and the Second Secretary took part in a Climate Fresk - a hands-on workshop that encourages participants to think about the causes and effects of climate change. The goal of the interactive activities is to help individuals around the world understand the systemic nature of the challenges our planet faces and to have an open and positive conversation about climate solutions.

The Fresk was held at Holy Trinity Church in Brussels and was attended by clergy from across the Diocese in Europe, Local Environmental Officers from Belgian chaplaincies, and individuals who are passionate about a sustainable relationship with the planet. The workshop was organized by the Caring for Creation Task Force (of which the Secretary-General is a member) and the activities were led by trained facilitators from the Climate Fresk movement.

Climate change is an important topic to Anglicans in Belgium. As part of the wider Anglican Communion, the Central Committee, the Diocese in Europe and the Episcopal Church adhere to the Five Marks of Mission, including, “To strive to safeguard the integrity of creation, and sustain and renew the life of the earth”. Taking part in this Climate Fresk was an excellent opportunity to be reminded of the importance of this goal and to think creatively about ways in which each of us can act.

Are you interested in booking a Climate Fresk for your chaplaincy? Find a Belgian facilitator (French, Flemish or English-speaking) here!