Whats Happening In Our World

Micah 6:8 Mission hosts community-centered events throughout the year that bring people together around environmental health, disaster resilience, advocacy, creativity, and care for Southwest Louisiana.

Community Connection Sunday:  

Community Connection Sunday creates space for neighbors to gather, receive resources, share local concerns, and build stronger support systems across Southwest Louisiana. These gatherings may include community conversations, food or grocery support, local assistance information, and education around environmental and public health issues.
[Learn more about Community Connection Sunday]

✨ Open to all Southwest Louisiana residents 
✨ Learn about community-driven actions and local priorities 
✨ Engage in conversations about environmental and health concerns 

Community Voices & Coterie Council

Community Voices and Coterie Council meetings invite residents, neighbors, and advocates to discuss the issues affecting our communities, from air and water quality to green spaces, pollinators, disaster preparedness, and environmental justice. These gatherings are designed for open discussion, shared learning, and action steps rooted in local voices.
[Learn more about Community Voices]

✨ Open community discussion 
✨ All Southwest Louisiana voices welcome 
✨ Take actionable steps to improve and care for your community 

Hands-On Sunday:

Our Hands-On Sunday gatherings are intergenerational events where youth, families, adults, and elders learn together through gardening, environmental stewardship, art, and practical community projects.
[Learn more about Hands-On Sunday]

✨ Open to youth, adults, families, and seniors 
✨ Hands-on activities and group discussions 
✨ Explore connections between environmental health and personal well-being 
✨ Community building across generations 

DeQuincy Coterie (DQC) 

DeQuincy Coterie brings residents together to connect, share ideas, and collaborate on local health, environmental, and community priorities. These gatherings focus on community-driven learning, relationship-building, and solutions shaped by the people who live there.

✨ Open to all DeQuincy-area residents 
✨ Discussion and collaboration 
✨ Community-driven learning and connection 

Blessing of the Commons

Blessing of The Commons celebrates community, stewardship, and the shared spaces we are building together. This gathering often includes neighborhood cleanup, fellowship, food, creative projects, and opportunities to care for The Commons as a place of connection and renewal.
[Learn more about Blessing of The Commons]

Earth Day Extravaganza

Our annual Earth Day Extravaganza is a community celebration of the earth, local creativity, and environmental action. The event brings together performers, speakers, vendors, youth activities, educational exhibits, live music, and hands-on opportunities to celebrate and protect our shared home.
[Learn more about Earth Day Extravaganza]

Health and Environment Summit

Our Health and Environment Summit brings together community members, advocates, scientists, organizers, and legal experts to discuss the environmental and public health issues affecting Southwest Louisiana. The summit focuses on education, accountability, and tools residents can use to protect our air, land, water, and communities.
[Learn more about the Health and Environment Summit]

  • Debra Ramirez speaking at HES 2024
  • Debra Ramirez – Concerned Citizens of Lake Charles
  • Lois Malvo – Fisherville Environmental Action Now
  • James Hiatt – For A Better Bayou
  • Lori Cooke – Louisiana Bucket Brigade
  • Lori Cooke speaking at HES 2024
  • Vickie Boothe – Fenceline Monitoring Workgroup Technical Team
  • Matt Rota – Healthy Gulf