Help Protect the Arctic from Drilling
Pastor Andrew has recently shared his experiences on his recent trip with other faith leaders to the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. This fragile area is in danger from oil drilling which involves severe risks to wildlife, spill-cleanup difficulties, and accelerated climate change. View videos of his class along with other videos, photos and write-ups about the faith leaders trip to this deeply spiritual place. You can help.
Speak Up for Chaco Canyon
Public Comment Period Ends July 29
On July 15, the US Dept of the Interior opened a 14-day public comment period on a draft Environmental Assessment that could pave the way for new oil and gas drilling on public lands surrounding Chaco. Pastor Andrew, other faith leaders, and NM officials are imploring Interior Dept not to drill in Chaco. You too can help. Submit your comment by July 29th.
NM Public Lands Under Pressure
Live podcast recording, Jul 30, 5-7:30pm
Join Pastor Andrew on a live national podcast discussing the threats facing America’s and New Mexico’s public lands. He and other Tribal and conservation leaders discuss the recent attacks against national monuments and Chaco Canyon as well as impacts of staffing and funding cuts at land management agencies and rollbacks of environmental laws and safeguards. (Nuckolls Brewing Co, 1611 Alcaldesa St. RSVPs requested.)
The Spirit of the Arctic
Adult Ed, Jul 26, 9:45am
VIDEO. Journey with Pastor Andrew and prepare to be awed by the views and sounds of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. From polar bears to wild caribou, he will take you inside the beauty and mystery of a land that is as wild and untouched as the Garden Eden.
Pastor Andrew Leads Trip to Arctic
5-Day Trip in June 2026
Pastor Andrew is leading a 5-Day Arctic National Wildlife Refuge Trip from June 19-25 with four other faith leaders representing diverse traditions across the US. A grant to EarthKeepers 360 funds this opportunity to learn about the history, conservation efforts and status, and current issues facing the Arctic Refuge and public lands in America’s Arctic as a whole.
Pastor Andrew at Synod Conference
Southwest Synod, May 29, Phoenix
On Friday, May 29th, Pastor Andrew presents “From Dominance to Interdependence—Moving from Environmental Crisis to Spiritual and Theological Opportunity” at a leadership event of PC(USA)’s Synod of the Southwest held in Phoenix, May 28-30. Pastor Andrew addresses important questions facing our church and world about our role in the stewardship of our earth.