Water, Holy Water: A reflection in honor of Earth

Written by Jerry Rees  Water is the most abundant and fundamental element on Earth. Because of climate change and increasing population, there is a critical need for water conservation at home and safe clean water abroad. Internationally, the availability of safe clean water is becoming a major humanitarian and environmental problem with national security implications….

A Holiday Message From the Earth

Dear Friends, I feel the joy of this holiday season so filled with caring and spiritual devotion. Yet I can’t help but feel really devalued and neglected. Even though I’m the foundation of all life and religion, few people of faith seem to appreciate me or care than I am sick and suffering dreadfully. At…

A Challenge to Live More Simply in 2014

When winter comes to the South Pole, total darkness sets in. Explorer Richard Byrd spent four and a half months there alone, gathering weather data in this darkness. Why alone? He said it was “to taste peace, quiet, and solitude.” The experience changed Byrd dramatically. He wrote: “I live more simply now and with more…

Join in Awareness and Action in our 2014 Year of Water: Sacred and Profaned

THEME: Water awareness and action will be a major theme for SSC in 2014, and we want as many congregations as possible to be involved. SSC will provide education, organizing ideas, resources, networking, the possibility of common projects, and opportunities for celebration. GOALS: To broaden awareness of the sacredness of water and the world-wide water…

Growth Garners Green

Exciting changes are happening at SSC. With the hiring of a development staff member, we are applying for grants, adding to our social media presence, pursuing business sponsorships, and seeking more donations from congregations. We have already written one grant for a foundation that would be a first time donor for us, and are applying…

Dec. 2 Monthly Program Features Humanity Ascending Film by Barbara Marx Hubbard

At some points in history, new developments arise that require us to think in different ways about who we are and what we are about. This new thinking affects every aspect of our lives, including how we think and speak about God and spirituality. It also grounds our actions for the planet at a profoundly…

Seeking New Executive Director and Other SSC News!

Why do I look so happy? I’m retiring at the end of the year! As much as I love giving leadership to SSC, the thought of taking it easier sounds wonderful. So SSC is searching for a new director. It’s an exciting time of new potential and growth for our organization. So here is the…

Faith and the Crisis of Creation: What Are We Going to Do About It?

by Rev. Dr. Heather Entrekin This outstanding presentation was given at SSC’s Clergy Workshop on October 24, 2013. Heather Entrekin is Des Peres Associate Professor of Congregational Health at Central Baptist Theological Seminary, Shawnee, KS. I.  THE CRISIS Complicated Around 1989, Jane Fonda and Meryl Streep stirred up a lot of controversy when they spoke…

Free Solar Panels for Kansas Homes

Yes, you read correctly. Cromwell Solar in Lawrence, the only company in Kansas with this offer, will install solar panels on your roof for free. You simply pay a leasing fee that is smaller than what you are now paying the utility company. Your electricity keeps flowing like always, only it costs you less and is…

Why are People Excited to be Involved with SSC? An Interview with Stan Chappell

What makes people take their precious time to volunteer with Sustainable Sanctuary and donate to the organization? We asked Stan Chappell, a member of Village Presbyterian Church and our newest board member, and here is what he said: “I am excited to be on the board because it gives me an opportunity to combine my…