About the Co-op
Mission
The Cooperative for Integral Ecology is here to accompany individuals and faith communities as they live into integral ecology through action and contemplation.
Why we do this work
We hold as sacred the connection that exists between all people and all of creation. In 2015 Pope Francis penned Laudato Si. Pope Francis called “all people of goodwill” to recognize the existence of an integral ecology; an ecology that shows great care toward the earth and all living beings who call her home. It is a call to recognize as sacred the joy of a child, the buzzing of honeybees, the gift of community. It is also a call to be moved to action by clear-cut forests, food insecurity, a climate in crisis, and other issues that disregard the dignity of all creation.
Grounding
Principles
Community
It all comes down to relationship. Relationship with self, others, the world around us, and that which knits us together.
Spirituality
Holding space for the transcendent and maintaining a posture of openness is what grounds our work.
Ecology
Care for the environment is care for the poor, the marginalized, the unappreciated, the transcendent. It’s all connected.
What is integral ecology?
Jarrod Kinkley
Founder & Director
Jarrod is a compassionate leader in education and non-profit management, cultivating relationships and facilitating organizational growth. Hungry to always learn more, he has developed a variety of skills. He has supported national non-profits through strategic project management, directed conference facilitation, managed communications, exercised graphic design, published reflections, facilitated retreats and more. Jarrod’s experience includes teaching and ministry at both the high school and university levels, as well as thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail and the Camino de Santiago. He has a Masters in Theology and is a certified Pennsylvania Master Naturalist. Jarrod, his wife, two little girls, and pup Jake live in Pittsburgh, PA.
Contact us
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