This is a message asking for volunteers - not for Christian Climate Action, but for the London Catholic Worker House. The LCWH has helped CCA out extensively in the past and so we really want to help them out too if we can. It is SUCH a great charity which is a community house in … Continue reading Volunteer request for London Catholic Worker House
Today Christian Aid, one of the UK’s largest development charities, has ended its relationship with Barclays, Europe’s biggest funder of the fossil fuel sector, after eight years. With an income of £78.4 million last year, a strong reputation among faith communities and good brand recognition among the broader public, Christian Aid’s decision to dump Barclays … Continue reading Christian Aid drops Barclays over fossil fuel funding
CCA and The Iona Community share a common belief that work for justice, peace and an equitable society is a matter of urgency and that we have a responsibility to live in a right relationship with the whole of God’s creation. One of the Community’s concerns is the environment, acting in solidarity with victims of … Continue reading Our visit to the Iona Community
Eight members of Christian Climate Action caused traffic disruption, and five were later arrested for marching to demand that the British Government halt all licences and consents for new oil, gas and coal projects. At 8:00 am this morning, the supporters marched slowly in the road near West Kensington Station, carrying placards saying “For God’s … Continue reading Christians arrested urging government to Just Stop Oil
TWO CHRISTIANS, INCLUDING CATHOLIC PRIEST AMONG, AMONG 9 ON TRIAL FOR INSULATE BRITAIN PROTEST “We need to move rapidly. What we do in the next 3-4 years, I believe, will determine the future of humanity.” ― Sir David King, ex-Chief Scientific Adviser to the UK Government Two Christians, including Passionist priest Fr Martin Newell (55), … Continue reading Christians in court for climate protests
For immediate release Video and photos available: attached and through link https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1lfom56e-1BJFBUdUJXqHz_wMWP_aeb7l Photo credit Fossil Free London Contact: christianclimateaction@gmail.com Today, Tuesday 23rd May, around thirty Christians were amongst the crowds protesting at the Shell AGM, which took place at Excel London. Members of Christian Climate Action gathered outside for a prayer vigil and held banners reading ‘No Faith In … Continue reading Shut down Shell
17 May 2023: Judge Silas “Silencing” Reid defeated by show of solidarity for retired social worker arrested for holding up a sign In a historic victory for solidarity and people power, Judge Silas Reid, who has sent people to prison just for uttering the words “climate change” and “fuel poverty” in his courtroom [6][7], has … Continue reading Judge Silas “Silencing” Reid defeated
15th May 2023 9:45AM Press conference: 11am, Newington Gardens with Matt Hutchings KC For immediate release Live images and video available here:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1_gKCO-7Jt6OiTfYEibwIQHdKHTytkm4M?usp=sharingHigh quality stills available here:https://show.pics.io/xr-global-media-breaking-news/search?tagId=6460eb51206fd1000d1da161 An 81-year-old Anglican priest is among 24 people today who are displaying signs at Inner London Crown Court in a show of solidarity with defendants being banned from talking … Continue reading PRESS RELEASE: BREAKING: 81 year-old priest, defies judge who jailed defendants for speaking about climate motivations
Numerous bishops are among the church leaders calling on Christians across the country to join them outside Parliament, demanding an end to the fossil fuel era. The call comes ahead of The Big One [1]– a climate protest, which is taking place from 21 to 24 April. The Big One is set to be the … Continue reading John Sentamu and church leaders call on UK Christians to demand an end to all new fossil fuel licences
PRESS RELEASE Christians call on York Minster and the York Diocese to divest from fossil fuels immediately. Sunday 2nd April 2022 For immediate release Photos available here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Vv5wqQQiX7R2FwAMedljN6DT6by9VvOB?usp=share_link/ Interviews available Contact: scotlandcca@gmail.com /christianclimateaction@gmail.com A group from Christian Climate Action held a vigil outside the 10.30 Palm Sunday service at York Minster today. They are calling on York Minster and … Continue reading Calling on York Diocese to divest
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