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January 4, 2024

Yes, you do see beloved desert flowers in this January 2024 E-Notes.


No, we are not in the wrong season of this New Year!


Yes, we do work for and believe that beautiful things can bloom in this New Year, even in wintery times!


Grace abounds! We are all surrounded in possibility, awe and wonder. We are together in a community of life carrying this image and working together.


Thank you for being part of the ongoing sacred and transformative journey of work for our Communities and Creation in our beloved region and in our entire Cosmic Common Home.


May we remember that--God--The Holy--is the atmosphere in which we are bathed. (Teilhard de Chardin)


Enjoy reading about everything that is happening and important resources to assist and inspire you. Please invite others to sign up for our E-Notes and more. As always, your prayers, work, support and donations are part of our community journey together.


Much peace and good,

Joan Brown, osf

Executive Director

What's Happening:

As always, there is a lot going on. Learn about even more events than those listed here and keep up with new ones through our calendar www.nm-ipl.org.


Tuesday, January 9, 5:30 pm

Legislative Overview Webinar--registration link

https://actionnetwork.org/events/ipl-advocacy-briefing/

Join IPL and Citizens Caring for the Future for a briefing and discussion of the important climate and environmental justice issues coming at NM Legislative session that begins January 16th. Find out how you can support and help pass legislation that ensures that our state properly prepares for the future by funding important measures that protect our sacred air, land, water, and public health 


Thursday, January 11--all day meeting

New Mexico Water Dialogue 29th statewide meeting

Pueblo Cultural Center, ABQ

Even is co-sponsored by the NM Water Advocates, that IPL works closely with. Visit the Dialogue's website for registration and additional details


Sunday, January 14, 11:45--in-person

Sowing Justice---the Farm Bill

First Congregational Church, 2801 Lomas Blvd. NE, ABQ

Come learn how to support Federal Farm Bill that will be passed in 2024. Special guest, farmer Zach Withers, Polk's Folly Farm, Cedar Crest.


Sunday, January 21, 12:30-5

IPL NM & El Paso board and invited friends retreat

First Congregational Church, ABQ

Pray for our time together.


Wednesday, January 24, 6:00 pm

Monthly Earth Spirit meditation and sharings begin again

https://actionnetwork.org/events/monthly-earth-spirit-sharing-january

Join Lisa Leahigh, a Buddhist practitioner to be ordained who leads these very grounding and helpful one-hour sessions to be renewed and focus on our spiritual foundations of the work we do together in community. All are invited to join on-line. Please register in link above.


Thursday, January 25, 2 pm mountain time

National IPL advocacy team 2024 federal climate policy briefing--please register

https://action.interfaithpowerandlight.org/whatsnext2024

Policy priorities for briefing include: Advancing federal agency climate pollution rules; Passing a farm bill rooted in equity and climate; Ensure Congress does not roll back Inflation Reduction Act climate investments and holding GM and Toyota accountable for EV leadership goals. Finally info on election year ahead.


Friday, February 9---All Day

NM Legislative Roundhouse

Join us with many other groups at the Environmental Legislative Day in Santa Fe. We will have a table and visit our leaders on various bills. A great way to be in community for action for Our Common Home and Our Communities. Contact [email protected] if you would like more information or to carpool.


April 19-18

IPL National Week of Faith and Climate Action

Toolkit available. See link in resources below.


Hold these dates for more information to come

March virtual gathering around holding grief as we enter into Spring

March or April Faith Leader Breakfast on Eco-spirituality and justice

Tuesday, April 8, Virtual Green Team and individual gathering on-line

Thursday, April 11, In-Person Green Team and individuals gathering in ABQ

Policy Advocacy Updates:


Watch for Advocacy Actions during NM Legislative Session. Please join our advocacy list if you are interested in updates now and throughout the year. [email protected]


The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is proposing new federal Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards for vehicles sold in 2027 and beyond. There is still time to submit public comment -- click here to send a comment in support of stronger fuel economy rules. 


IPL continues to work on federal methane rules in the oil and gas field.. Here is an action. https://actionnetwork.org/petitions/thank-the-epa-for-finalizing-a-strong-rule-to-cut-methane-other-harmful-pollutants-from-oil-gas-operations/




Resources:

Youtube

Here are the slides, and here is the chat.

A few FAQs

  • IRS is developing a form for nonprofits w/o 501c status to apply for Direct Pay.
  • Ground Source Heat Pump for congregations is eligible for Direct Pay.
  • Air Source Heat Pump for congregations is not eligible for Direct Pay.
  • Roof repair not eligible for Direct Pay.

Check back on our website here for other FAQ.

And here are the links that were shared during the briefing:

Additional resources that might be helpful:


AND

Find worship resources for Season of Creation month including a wide variety of faith traditions on IPL’s Faith Climate Action Week website.


Check Out IPL website for latest news and actions.

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