Church, State, and Global Ecological Health

Presenter: Rev. Dr Clive Ayre

The paper explores the interface between current global ecological threats, the politics of division, and the role of the Christian Church. In particular, ecological issues may be viewed both as part of the problem, as a dimension of the politics of division, and as a way of moving beyond them with the more universal agenda of ensuring that the earth remains habitable. In the first section, some contextual issues are addressed, including environmental threats to the earth and the role of adversarial politics. Second, some perspectives such as unity in bio-diversity and a review of ‘economy’ may lead to a way forward. Third, the contribution of the Church is considered in the context of global ecological health as a pathway to a more sustainable and united community.

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