Ecotheology in Anglican thought

What is it about?

In response to the contemporary ecological movement, ecological perspectives have become a significant theme in the theology of creation. This paper asks whether antecedents to this growing significance might predate the concerns of our times and be discernible within the diverse interests of nineteenth century Anglican thinking. The means used here to examine this possibility is a close reading of B. F. Westcott’s ‘Gospel of Creation’. This will be contextualised in two directions: first with r

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Why is it important?

Anglican theologians are making significant contributions to ecotheology, and this is in keeping with historical Anglican perspectives. In addition, in response to climate change caused by human beings, Anglican churches around the globe are now taking initiatives to reduce their own carbon footprint.