In this episode, Aislynn and Beatrice interview the Vice President of BioLogos, Jim Stump. They discuss Jim's recent trip to the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, the value of faith leaders being part of the climate conversation, and how we can discern the difference between enjoying creation and consuming it. This is a conversation you don't want to miss!

BioLogos is a faith and science organization that equips Christians to engage meaningfully with complex issues like climate change. You can check out more of their work here: https://biologos.org/creators-for-creation

And be sure to follow Jim's Substack for more content: https://substack.com/@stumpspeeches?utm_source=about-page

Learn more about ANWR here: https://www.fws.gov/refuge/arctic

We've all experienced seasons of isolation or loneliness, including those of us who study or work in the climate space. In this episode, Aislynn and Beatrice share what they learned during their own desert seasons, and how they navigate feeling misunderstood in their creation care work. They reflect on how God shows up for us, even when circumstances seem hopeless. They also highlight a few of the communities that have come alongside them as mentors. After you listen, be sure to check out some of the organizations listed below!

You can find more clips and show updates on Instagram @riversinthedesert_podcast, or connect with the hosts via email at riversinthedesertpodcast@gmail.com.

Resources:
Young Evangelicals for Climate Action (YECA): https://yecaction.org/

Christian Climate Observers Program: https://www.ccopclimate.org/

BioLogos: https://biologos.org/

A Rocha International: https://arocha.org/en/

Evangelical Environmental Network: https://creationcare.org/

To conclude season one, Aislynn and Beatrice dive into the heart issue behind the climate crisis and discuss why we need more than science to solve this problem. As they look ahead to season two, they reflect on how this journey has informed their faith and their own responses to the climate crisis. Most importantly, this final episode remains rooted in the hope of the gospel and inspires listeners to step into this space with courage and compassion.