I started C3 six years ago after the birth of my first grandson because I was concerned about what scientists were saying regarding the trajectory of a warming planet and its threat to all creation. Scientists warned that unchecked fossil fuel emissions could destabilize human civilization by the end of this century. A strong scientific consensus emerged that if global temperatures rise 2°C above pre-industrial levels, cascading effects could follow—rising seas, extreme weather,...

Greyfriars Kirk , Edinburgh, 2025* Written by C3 Guest, H. Stephen Shoemaker We huddled from the cold morning in expectant quiet, the organ breaking the silence playing “ In dulci jubilo”, “ Good Christian friends rejoice with heart and mind and voice!”, variations on the ancient tune from minor to major keys, as the light breaking forth from the darkness and sadness of the world into joy. At the central altar a Menorah stands, eight candles lighted, next to the Christ Candle lighted by a...

Pope Francis (1936-2025) Top Ten Environmental Events of 2025 By Don Gordon — Christians Caring for Creation Once again, I want to name my top 10 environmental events for the year. These are events or decisions that I believe will have significant impact on the environment for our future. Feel free to leave comments or offer you own list of what you believe these events were in 2025. At the end of the blog, I listed an additional 5 events or decisions receiving honorable mention. 1. Global...