"Faith, Science, and Environmental Action" with Heidi Ferris

"Faith, Science, and Environmental Action"

With Heidi Ferris, Ed.D. in educational leadership, M.A. in environmental education.

What to Expect

We can heal our earth — and our society — by connecting and learning to care for the land, air, water, and living things all around us. This faith community can be a part of the solution. Experience a hands-on-style forum that will foster environmental literacy, inspire love of nature, and strengthen community connection. Come away with the hopeful assurance that there’s always something you can do right where you are.

About the Speaker

Heidi Ferris (doctorate in educational leadership, master’s in environmental education) started Growing Green Hearts in 2011 to combine her passions for earth’s interconnected systems with her creative talents in the teaching of children and educators.

Prior to Growing Green Hearts, Heidi gained over a decade of first-hand experience through teaching middle and high school-level science courses. Her 25 years of experience in education are now applied to effective and creative curricula writing for classrooms, watershed districts, cities, faith-based groups, and secular non-profits. She coaches people in using solid science, play, and stories to connect with nature.

Heidi has worked with over 40 faith communities in moving eco-theology into action. She is a member of the National Science Teachers Association, serves on the board for the Minnesota Association of Environmental Educators; and holds a doctorate in educational leadership from the University of St. Thomas. Heidi recent dissertation research is titled, "People, Place & Critical Partnerships: Native Prairie Plants as Superheroes Beyond Water Quality." 

About Sunday Forum

During the months of September – April, people of all ages are invited to hear professors, teachers, and members of our congregation present topics connected to our faith. 

These speakers inspire us in our faith to seek a better understanding of God in today’s ever-changing world. There is time set aside for questions at the end of the presentation.