by umcjnews | Jul 26, 2022 | Blog, Resources
The Many, a progressive, justice-focused Christian band, and its umbrella group Plural Guild had the opportunity to work with The BTS Center to put together a series of “Lament with Earth” events. These virtual experiences provided a sacred space to express grief for... 
by umcjnews | Jul 24, 2022 | Blog, Resources
Charge From the Land By Jacqueline Anderson I wrote this charge (or blessing) as one of three for the opening of the Center of Ecological Regeneration at Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary in the spring of 2022. I felt drawn to the invitation to write from... 
by umcjnews | Jul 24, 2022 | Blog, Resources
By Allyson Sawtell A Bit About Me I am a person with deep passions, callings, pullings-at-my-spirit that I can’t ignore. I am passionate about care for and with creation, about racial and gender/orientation inequality and justice, and about our connectedness to each... 
by umcjnews | Jul 28, 2021 | Resources
A collection of stories, educational materials, and virtual experiences for engaging children and youth in caring for God’s creation. Hear from United Methodist Earthkeepers working on making creation care fun and exciting for kids and families! If you know of... 
by umcjnews | Jul 28, 2021 | Resources
By Mark Davies The primary goal of education in general and higher education in particular has been human flourishing. The Ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle referred to this goal, this telos, as Eudaimonia. For Aristotle, the Eudaimonia is the goal of... by Beth Bond | Jun 4, 2019 | Resources
We all talk about it. How can we get our churches to purchase more sustainable products? We can tell administrators and staff to buy LEDs, recycled toilet paper and copy paper that is FSC certified. While it might roll off our tongues, it might not stick in your...