Chicago, Theology, and the Climate Crisis
Like many major U.S. cities, Chicago stands to face significant consequences from climate change, from extreme weather to strain on infrastructure and resources. But the city isn’t confronting this crisis without support — organizations like The Catholic Theological Union are stepping up to make a meaningful difference. This piece explores how the institution is combating the climate crisis by educating communities and future religious leaders on faith-informed environmental solutions, demonstrating how theological education can serve as a catalyst for local climate resilience. By grounding environmental responsibility in Catholic teaching and pastoral formation, The Catholic Theological Union is helping build a more sustainability-minded faith community equipped to respond to Chicago’s ecological challenges. This piece is part of an ongoing series examining how major U.S. cities are confronting the climate crisis through interfaith and religious engagement. Viewers interested in comparing urban responses can also check out a related video on faith and environmental issues in Philadelphia.
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