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Posts By: Rebecca Barnes
February 9, 2012
Story-telling encourages us, inspires us, gives us hope, and helps us risk creative vision. In that spirit, I’d like to share with you, as I’m able, some glimpses of the stories that PCUSA Earth Care Congregations are creating in their congregational life. Earth Care Congregations vary in their interests, their geographical location, their church… Read more »
February 9, 2012
New guide from Green Faith and the John Hopkins Center for a Livable Future Listing one of the PCUSA Earth Care Congregations (Maryland Presbyterian Church in Towson, MD) as a success story, GreenFaith has just announced a new faith-based food guide called “The Good Food Toolkit.” Available as a free download for those who register… Read more »
January 31, 2012
Daily Lenten Calendar from Environmental Ministries (PCUSA) As part of the season of Lent, Environmental Ministries is offering “Tread Lightly for Lent,” a simple, daily calendar that encourages Presbyterians to reflect theologically about ecojustice and to take action on issues such as water, land, air, people, and other species. Each of the 40 days of Lent has a topic to think about,… Read more »
January 31, 2012
Opening Plenary Statement from U.S. representative Are you interested in following developments this year as we move towards the 20th anniversary of the first Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro (1992)? If so, you might like to read this statement from the U.S. Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Bureau of Oceans and International Environment and Science. He comments here on the Zero… Read more »
January 30, 2012
a Seven Week study in faith formation Created by a faith-based organization in Louisville, KY “Lent 4.5” is an interesting seven-week study process that encourages us to live into Christian simplicity. Through the study, issues explored include food, consumption, water, energy, gratitude & generosity. Click here to learn more.
January 26, 2012
Our colleagues in the Presbyterian Church USA Washington Office invite us to the March 23 Compassion Peace and Justice training followed by the March 23-26 Ecumenical Advocacy Days. Come learn about how Presbyterians use their faith to lift up their voice in the public sphere! This is a great opportunity to meet one another, to share… Read more »
January 24, 2012
Throughout the PCUSA, camps and conference centers join congregations and individuals in caring for God’s creation. One such facility is Ferncliff (Little Rock, AR). Ferncliff Presbyterian Camp/Conference Center is making a concerted effort to go green because they see it as an act of worship and creation care. This past year they put in a… Read more »
January 20, 2012
an invitation to become an Eco-Steward for climate change and Christian activism this summer Applications are now posted for summer 2012 Eco-Stewards! This program, located in Boston and Vermont this year, is a great place for young adults with a heart for eco-justice ministry to learn practical skills, to accompany one another, and to inspire others for… Read more »
January 19, 2012
Interfaith Power and Light is hosting a national preach-in on global warming on Sunday February 12th. Planned to communicate a love for, and dedication to, God’s creation as Valentine’s Day approaches, this preach-in invites people of all religions to consider preaching, teaching, praying, and otherwise bringing awareness about climate change. Downloadable resources are free to… Read more »
January 17, 2012
Grace and peace to you in the name of Jesus Christ! My name is Rebecca Barnes-Davies and I am the new Associate for Environmental Ministries (PCUSA). I recently graduated from Louisville Seminary with an MDiv and Masters of Art in Religion (MAR) dual degree. Before seminary, I served as the coordinator of Presbyterians for Earth… Read more »
