Jacob J. Erickson

Jacob Erickson, Assistant Professor of Theological Ethics at Trinity College Dublin, discusses transformative trends in theological education. He highlights the launch of a new Master's program that blends theology with social justice, encouraging interdisciplinary exploration. Erickson reveals how collaboration with scientists is reshaping understandings of ecology and spirituality. He critiques traditional approaches to desire and ethics, advocating for a more holistic view of knowledge that embraces both wisdom and embodied practices. His work calls for deeper connections between faith, community, and the environment.

Jacob J. Erickson, Assistant Professor of Theological Ethics at Trinity College Dublin, dives deep into a theopoetics of the earth, emphasizing interconnectedness amid climate crises. The discussion challenges traditional narratives, asking if it's ethical to have children in this age. They explore ecological grief and the impact of rural roots on environmental awareness, while critiquing societal responses to climate denial. Erickson also highlights the importance of emotional connections to nature as catalysts for collective ecological action.