On Sunday 20 July, in a joyful celebration of faith and creation care, the Confirmation group at St Martin Efidi Parish in Namibia marked their special day not only by affirming their Christian commitment but also by acting for the environment. As part of their Confirmation journey, each candidate was encouraged to bring a fruit or shade tree as a powerful symbol of hope, growth, and responsibility.
This initiative, titled “Plant a Tree: Grow Faith, Grow Hope,” is rooted in the call to advocate for climate change resilience within our communities. As climate change impacts continue to threaten ecosystems and livelihoods, especially in vulnerable regions like Namibia, the parish has taken a firm step in promoting environmental stewardship among its youth.
“I am proud that my parish is doing its best to respond to the climate crisis. This is a small but powerful step in the right direction,” shared the Diocesan Environmental Coordinator Revd Selma.
St Martin Efidi joins a growing movement of Green Anglicans across Southern Africa who are integrating faith with action, teaching that to follow Christ means to also protect the Earth.