From Disappointment to Hope: Actions and Responses to Climate Breakdown – EcoQuakers Ireland Cork Gathering

An opportunity to reflect on where we are, hear from inspiring speakers, and identify positive ways forward. Lunch will be provided with vegetarian and vegan options. There is no charge for the event, but to help us with the arrangements, we ask that you let us know if you hope to come before Friday, 15th April by email to [email protected].

When: Saturday 23 April 2022, 10.00am – 4.00pm

Venue: Cork Quaker Meeting House, Summerhill S, Ballintemple, Cork, T12 X\M8R

Speakers:

Brian O Suilleabhain is the convenor of EcoQuakers Ireland Committee. He is an actor, writer, and climate activist. Led by both science and faith, from an early age he has felt the call to prevent climate breakdown and biodiversity loss.

Andrew Orr is chair of Eco-Congregation Ireland, which encourages and supports churches of all denominations to incorporate the care of creation into their life and work. He worked for an environmental NGO before being ordained a Church of Ireland priest, and has served in parishes in the north and south. He is currently working in Youghal and Midleton.

For 24 years Caroline Robinson and her husband Eddie have been growing vegetables without chemicals on their 30 acre farm in Templemartin and selling their produce directly to customers at farmers’ markets in Cork City and Macroom. She is passionate about the need for humans to reconnect with Mother Earth.

The Gathering is open to all who wish to come – please feel free to spread the word!