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July 3, 2013

United Church of Christ Divests from Fossil Fuels

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What does God’s earth look like?  Who are we called to be?   The United Church of Christ gathered at it’s national gather in Long Beach, California to come up with strategies on how to deal with climate change. The UCC came up with the strategy to divest from fossil fuel companies. This resolution has… Read more »
June 20, 2013

Earth Care Congregation Spotlight: Westminster Presbyterian Church Eugene, OR

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Westminster Presbyterian Church gets active! Westminster Presbyterian Church in Eugene, Oregon has taken significant strides to educate one another about the world around us. They are having a summer promotion of walking to church (instead of driving automobiles), and they have also started a nine-week program on Sundays called, “Walk to Bethlehem” with environmental education… Read more »
June 17, 2013

Financial Resources for Converting to Renewable Energy

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Are you interested in what financial resources are available for doing energy efficiency or renewable energy at your church? There are a few options you might be interested to know.   Through the Presbyterian Investment and Loan Program (PILP), an endowment loan is made possible by the generosity of faithful Presbyterians who give a portion… Read more »
June 6, 2013

Earth Care Congregation Spotlight: First Presbyterian Church Franklin, TN

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First Presbyterian Church: Memorial Trees First Presbyterian Church’s  Saturday Morning Men’s Bible Study group has sponsored a program of planting trees as memorials, or to honor an individual, on their church property.  They plant the trees in late fall or early winter to improve the survival rates.  First Presbyterian Church is using Tennessee native species… Read more »
June 6, 2013

Earth Care Congregation Spotlight: First Presbyterian Church Palo Alto, CA

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First Presbyterian Church Palo Alto, CA On Earth Day, First Presbyterian Church celebrated in worship by making prayer flags for one of the low-water gardens on their church campus. The worship service was focused on their role in caring for creation and they used the following Psalm to guide them as they made the flags:… Read more »
June 6, 2013

Earth Care Congregation Spotlight: Trinity Presbyterian Church of McKinney, TX

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Trinity Presbyterian Church celebrates being an Earth Care Congregation! As an Earth Care Congregation, Trinity Presbyterian Church of McKinney, TX, proudly celebrates the many great facets of this ministry! Some unique ways Trinity honors God’s creation are: offering reusable shopping bags with Trinity Earth Care logos; selling Fair Trade chocolate; providing ceramic mugs and eco-friendly… Read more »
May 31, 2013

Heat Awareness

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 As summer draws near, it is time to prepare for heat awareness. A week ago (May 24, 2013) was NWS NOAA Heat Awareness Day. It is important during these extremely hot days that you take care of your body. Also, know the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stress. Please remember to stay cool, drink… Read more »
May 31, 2013

Earth Care Congregation Spotlight: Warner Memorial Presbyterian Church

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Warner Memorial Presbyterian Church: Kensington, MD On February 27, 2013, Warner Memorial held the first of three Wednesday evening Green Film Fest showings. When no one has signed up to dedicate chancel flowers, Warner Memorial displays green plants instead, and includes “The plants in the chancel today are offered to the glory of God in… Read more »
May 31, 2013

Earth Care Congregation Spotlight: First Presbyterian Church of Edwardsville, IL

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First Presbyterian Church of Edwardsville, IL: Going Green! The church has been a supporter of the environment, and has a long program of recycling. All the paper used in their office has a large recycled component. Even though the cost is a little higher, it is important to them to continue with this initiative  Recycled content… Read more »

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