A study done earlier this year by researchers at Arizona State University and Boston College found nearly 90% of religious leaders believe in human-caused climate change and a majority believe humans play a major role. But about half of those leaders said they never talked about the issue in their sermons — and a quarter only mentioned it once or twice.
So, how — and when — do clergy members decide to discuss issues that could be seen as divisive or controversial in their congregations?
To find out, The Show spoke with Rev. Jay Augustine, senior pastor at Big Bethel AME Church in Atlanta. He also teaches at Hampton University and is the author of the 2023 book "When Profits Preach: Leadership and the Politics of the Pulpit."
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