Earthkeepers: A Circlewood Podcast on Creation Care and Spirituality
Earthkeepers: A Circlewood Podcast on Creation Care and Spirituality
40. Creation Care & Community: Erika Alvarez and Johann Ruíz Michelsen of Casa Adobe
In this episode we talk with Erika Alvarez and Johann Ruiz of Casa Adobe. Casa Adobe is an intentional community of people in Costa Rica working together to care for creation, build true relationships, and nurture their faith lives. At the heart of their values is their belief that environmental justice and social justice cannot be separated.
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Guests:
Erika Alvarez - LinkedIn profile (in Spanish)
Johann Ruiz Michelson
Members of Casa Adobe—an intentional community in Santa Rosa, Costa Rica (map)
Mentions:
University of Costa Rica
Rio Virilla (link in Spanish)—local river that's the focus of community programs
Casa Adobe's mission statement
90% of Costa Rica's electricity is generated by renewables
Keywords: intentional community, Santa Rosa, Costa Rica, Ruth Padilla DeBorst, mushroom farming, compost, faith community, water recycling
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