As Christians gathered to explore how faith informs their response to pressing global issues, animal concerns emerged as a crucial yet often overlooked area for compassionate action. From Dr Dustin Crummet’s compelling theological insights on why animal advocacy is an essential part of Christian impact to Thom Norman’s strategic insights into tackling factory farming, the conference highlighted a renewed commitment to seeing animals as part of God’s beloved creation.
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Jamie Berger, filmmaker, writer, and activist, discusses The Smell of Money, a new documentary which tells the story of a North Carolina community suffering as a result of pork factory toxic waste.
The Smell of Money – Jamie Berger was last modified: February 19th, 2024 by admin
Dr Philip J. Sampson FOCAE, writer and lecturer on animals and animal ethics explores John Calvin’s teachings on animals and considers how we might apply them today in making our food choices.
A Place for Praise and Gratification – Philip Sampson was last modified: February 19th, 2024 by admin
Vegan clergy members from across the UK explore Christian perspectives on vegan and animal issues in this unique six-part video series.
The priests consider faith-based reasons for caring about animals and address pressing concerns surrounding animal cruelty in the meat and dairy industries, the environmental crisis, human food security and much more.
They also reflect upon the highs and lows of being a Christian vegan in ordained ministry and share stories from their personal journeys.
Vegan Vicars Video Series was last modified: February 6th, 2024 by admin
Joyce D’Silva, Ambassador Emeritus and former Chief Executive of Compassion in World Farming, discusses her new book Animal Welfare in World Religion and reflects upon the relationship between faith and animal issues.
Animal Welfare in World Religion – Joyce D’Silva was last modified: May 23rd, 2023 by admin
Veganism, dizzying in the speed of its growth, is now ubiquitous on restaurant menu options, billboards, newspapers and television. The vegan message, with concerns over animal suffering and environmental degradation at its heart, has struck a chord with many Christians. Subsequently, discussions about veganism are becoming more common among people of faith. Whether it be a light-hearted exchange or heated debate, in person or on social media, a question which often arises in conversation is “but didn’t Jesus eat meat?”
“But Didn’t Jesus Eat Meat?” was last modified: February 20th, 2024 by admin
Although eating turkey has become synonymous with Christmas in the UK, could revelations about the appalling conditions in which these birds are raised lead us to reconsider how we celebrate this Christian tradition? With these revelations hitting the headlines, this season might present an opportunity for Christians to reflect on whether turkeys belong on the Christmas dinner table.
Why Might Christians Be Leaving Turkey Off the Table This Christmas? was last modified: January 17th, 2025 by admin
Connor Jackson, CEO and Co-founder of animal advocacy charity Open Cages, reveals the terrible reality behind Frankenchickens. He explains how these genetically engineered chickens suffer on factory farms, how undercover investigations are exposing the cruelties of industrial animal agriculture and how people can take action against the sale of Frankenchickens.
Exposing the Scandal of Frankenchickens – Connor Jackson was last modified: July 11th, 2022 by admin
In this extended article, Dr Lisa Warden explores the Biblical mandate to care for God’s creatures, our contemporary treatment of animals and whether Christians may be called to challenge the status quo.
Christianity, Animals, and Coronavirus: A Time to Repent? – Lisa Warden was last modified: April 11th, 2024 by admin