Why Should We Care for the Earth?
From the beginning in Genesis and continuing throughout the Bible, God has created and has called humans to be good stewards of all of Creation. This call is rooted in the human vocation of “tilling and keeping” the garden from Genesis 2:15, as well as Christ’s charge to work with the most vulnerable. Because of their love for Christ who is firstborn of all creation (Colossians 1:15), churches are challenged to live in a manner consistent with God’s call. Our response to this call is to reflect how we use our natural resources and be proactive as a faith community to restore God’s creation in a sustainable way. Our Earth Care committee provides educational and hands on activities to show how we can respond as Christians to global and local issues regarding environmental justice and ecological fairness. We also find time to enjoy renewing our spirit by being outdoors in a kayak, on hike or visiting special areas.