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In a moment when the global community stands at the crossroads of collapse and renewal, the urgency to move from faith into transformative regeneration has never been clearer. We live amid profound darkness—climate progress teeters, ecological systems strain, authoritarian voices rise, and hope feels fragile. Yet in these very times, the brightest opportunity emerges to reclaim and redefine our purpose.
The Light shines brightest in the dark.
Join Quaker Earthcare Witness (QEW) from April 3-5, 2025, for our Spring Gathering: "From Faith to Regeneration." This online event will inspire, equip, and challenge us to deepen our prophetic voice and collective action for a thriving, just, and regenerative world.
We are thrilled to welcome two extraordinary keynote speakers:
- Dr. Daniel Christian Wahl, author of Designing Regenerative Cultures, will help us explore holistic pathways to ecological healing and systemic transformation—inviting us to imagine how our actions can powerfully enrich, restore, and regenerate life itself. Daniel's work spans local bioregional initiatives on Mallorca, where he has developed a Mediterranean food forest, to global collaborations through advisory roles and partnerships with organizations such as the Global Ecovillage Network and Ecosystem Restoration Camps.
- Rev. Dr. Lesmore Gibson Ezekiel, Director of Programs for the All-Africa Conference of Churches, brings a powerful, faith-driven commitment to climate justice. He leads efforts across the African continent, including the African Faith Actors Networking for Climate Justice. His advocacy emphasizes that climate change is a "matter of life and death," challenging political and economic powers to move beyond performative commitments.
Last year's powerful ministry from Dr. Lyla June Johnstone reminded us that humans are capable of life-enriching stewardship, grounded in Indigenous wisdom, cultural humility, and spiritual courage. This year, we build upon her call, asking ourselves:
- What cultural transformation must we embrace to become agents of regeneration rather than destruction?
- How can our Quaker tradition and spiritual "cultural DNA" inspire and sustain us through these Prophetic Times?
Our gathering will include:
- Communal worship, prayerful discernment, and rich worship sharing
- Insights and updates on the growing global QuakerEarth Action Network
- Collaborative sessions envisioning bold, regenerative Earthcare actions
- Opportunities for deep, informal connections with Friends around the globe
The Light shines brightest in times of darkness. This moment of profound challenge offers us an extraordinary opportunity—to lead with humility, hope, and unwavering faith into regeneration.