Here are some great ideas for things you can do to put a little more “green” in your Holiday celebrations:
Would Jesus Be an Environmentalist?
November 1, 2012 by
The bracelet slogan, WWJD, popularized the notion of asking what Jesus would do in various situations. I think it’s worth pondering what his response might be to the critical issue of caring for the Earth were he in the flesh today. Because environmental degradation wasn’t a big problem in his day, it appears that Jesus…
Reflection on the SSC Clergy Workshop
November 1, 2012 by
Lions and Tigers and Climate Change, Oh My! Beth Sonneville, M.Sc., M.Div. The subject of climate change is a risky topic in many venues, including the scientific community. It’s been noted that Global Warming was not even hinted at in any of the presidential debates in spite of the Democratic National Party 2012 website statement…
A Message from SSC Pres., Rev. Dwight Tawney, Village Presbyterian Church
November 1, 2012 by
It’s happening now. Human beings and the natural world are on a collision course. Our climate is changing, the earth is warming, and the chances for ecosystems to adapt naturally are diminishing. Awareness of these issues is inspiring many faith communities to become more informed and transformed environmental stewards. Cognizant of how much human societies…
100 Sermons for the Earth initiative announced
October 28, 2012 by
A new program for 2013 was announced at the recent Clergy Workshop. After hearing from Dr. Robert Martin, St. Paul’s Theological Seminary, about three Biblical-theological models for engaging your congregation in environmentalism and receiving some practical advice from Rev. Tom Are, Village Presbyterian Church; the audience was challenged to take a concrete step by committing…
Trivia Night and Silent Auction Fundraiser Nov. 3rd
October 24, 2012 by
AN INVITATION: Do any of you KC area folks want a fun social activity for Saturday night, November 4th? SSC is having a Trivia Night and Silent Auction fundraiser that night at 7 PM at St. Pius Church, 55th and Woodson, in Mission, KS. For only a $20 donation, you get to play Trivia, have…
Update on our Matching Grant Campaign
October 8, 2012 by
We’re about 2/3 of the way to our goal of raising $25,000 of our matching grant. We’re delighted that so many of you have already donated to our cause. And at the same time, we need to get really serious about raising that last $9000 before the December 15 deadline so we can receive all…
We Need the Earth for Our Spiritual Lives
October 3, 2012 by
Most of us don’t realize just how much we depend on the Earth for our spiritual vitality and wellbeing. Because the natural world is “always there,” we take it for granted and seldom connect it to our spirituality. We think we need the church or synagogue for our spiritual lives, but not nature. We assume…
Lee’s Summit Christian Church is Committed to Earth-care.
September 28, 2012 by
Creation-care is a big part of the ministry at Lee’s Summit Christian Church. While their Green Team has only been in place for about two years, the ministry’s commitment to taking care of the planet goes back at least 15-years. The message starts at the pulpit where the importance of being good stewards for God’s…
Great Speakers Lined Up for Clergy Workshop
September 15, 2012 by
Our superb CLERGY WORKSHOP on preaching the environmental message is coming up in a month. We need all of you to invite your clergy to attend. We have great speakers lined up, Rev. Tom Are, pictured on the left, pastor of Village Presbyterian Church. We also have Dr. Robert Martin, professor at St. Paul School…
