Greening Our Churches

This article explores the evolving role of environmental ethics within the Anglican Province of Uganda (the Church of Uganda) by focusing on the Buganda region. Rooted in scriptural and theological traditions, the Church increasingly acknowledges its duty to steward God’s creation. It critically examines the Church’s response to environmental challenges; such as deforestation, pollution, and biodiversity loss, across the dioceses of Namirembe, Mukono, and Kampala. Employing qualitative methods, including document analysis, field observation, and semi-structured interviews, it investigates how theological reflection, Christian education, and faith-based discipleship shape ecological awareness among clergy and laity. Findings reveal a growing yet uneven engagement, constrained by socio-economic pressures, limited theological focus on environmentalism, and weak policy implementation. Despite these barriers, promising models emerge where church leadership integrates sustainability into liturgy, education, and community initiatives. The article recommends stronger incorporation of environmental ethics in church programs and the formal recognition of exemplary congregations as “Green Churches” to encourage ethical ecological behaviour and sustainable community transformation.