Sacredness of Creation
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As a denomination we believe in Sacredness of Creation and encourage disciples and congregations to seek out ways in which they can nurture God’s creation. Wise decisions and actions today will ensure the future and well-being of the planet for future generations. In Community of Christ we seek to find ways to reduce the human footprint on the environment.
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“The earth, lovingly created as an environment for life to flourish, shudders in distress because creation’s natural and living systems are becoming exhausted from carrying the burden of human greed and conflict. Humankind must awaken from its illusion of independence and unrestrained consumption without lasting consequences.”
D&C 163:4b
D&C 163:4b
We are focused on climate change, deforestation, global poverty, food production, water justice, soil degradation, ocean health, clean air, energy production, the production of plastics, and survival of plant and animal species.
Sacredness of Creation
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As stewards of care and hope for all creation, it is our responsibility to cherish and protect the environment around us. By working hand in hand with God, we can make a positive impact on the world and ensure that future generations have access to the same resources that we do. "Let the educational and community development endeavors of the church equip people of all ages to carry the ethics of Christ’s peace into all arenas of life. Prepare new generations of disciples to bring fresh vision to bear on the perplexing problems of poverty, disease, war, and environmental deterioration. Their contributions will be multiplied if their hearts are focused on God’s will for creation."
D&C 163:4c |
Here are some ways we can act as stewards of care for all creation:
Reduce, reuse, and recycle: By reducing the amount of waste we produce, reusing items whenever possible, and recycling materials, we can help reduce the amount of waste that ends up in landfills and pollutes the environment.
Conserve energy: By turning off lights and electronics when they are not in use, using energy-efficient appliances and light bulbs, and adjusting our thermostats to conserve energy, we can help reduce our carbon footprint and protect the environment.
Support local and sustainable agriculture: By purchasing locally grown and sustainably produced foods, we can help reduce the environmental impact of agriculture and support local farmers.
Advocate for environmental protection: By speaking out about environmental issues and supporting laws and policies that protect the environment, we can help ensure that our planet is healthy and sustainable for generations to come.
We invite you to join with us!
Reduce, reuse, and recycle: By reducing the amount of waste we produce, reusing items whenever possible, and recycling materials, we can help reduce the amount of waste that ends up in landfills and pollutes the environment.
Conserve energy: By turning off lights and electronics when they are not in use, using energy-efficient appliances and light bulbs, and adjusting our thermostats to conserve energy, we can help reduce our carbon footprint and protect the environment.
Support local and sustainable agriculture: By purchasing locally grown and sustainably produced foods, we can help reduce the environmental impact of agriculture and support local farmers.
Advocate for environmental protection: By speaking out about environmental issues and supporting laws and policies that protect the environment, we can help ensure that our planet is healthy and sustainable for generations to come.
We invite you to join with us!
Project Zion Podcast: Climate Brewing Series
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Learn more about the broad contours of climate crisis with this special series featuring follow-up interviews with highly regarded experts and presenters in the dynamic Climate Change Colloquy sponsored by the North American Climate Justice Team of Community of Christ. Each episode provides links to the full presentation available free online.
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Project Zion Podcast A26
Awaken to God’s Presence:
Sacredness of Creation
Awaken to God’s Presence:
Sacredness of Creation
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Community of Christ counts “Sacredness of Creation” as one of its Enduring Principles. We often hear exclamations noting creation’s beauty and the ways in which our lives are touched by it. But how often do we take the time to really take it in… to acknowledge the elements of fire, air, water, and earth…and, to say thank you for all that it offers us. Join host Wendy Brian as she guides listeners in a meditation that honors the sacredness of creation and offers thanks for the unique gift of each of its elements.
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Community of Christ Climate Change Colloquy
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This Climate Change Series has been created by an Ad Hoc committee of Community of Christ members, now called the North American Climate Justice Team. The committee coalesced at the 2019 World Conference. It is sponsored by the Greater Pacific Northwest USA Mission Center, and also works in liaison with the Earth Stewardship Committee.
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"No one person has to do it all but if each one of us follow our heart and our own inclinations we will find the small things that we can do to create a sustainable future and a healthy environment."
John Denver
John Denver
