The Psalmist proclaims a great truth: “The earth is the Lord’s and all that is in it, the world, and those who live in it!” (Psalm 24:1)
From the moment we read in scripture that God placed humanity in the garden with the expressed purpose of caring for it (Genesis 2:15), we understand that we humans have been tasked with being good stewards of God’s good earth. As we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ this past Sunday, we are invited to commit ourselves to new life and new hope and renewing our dedication to caring for the earth as a wonderful way to do just that.
The Christian Church in Ohio celebrates fourteen of our congregations that have officially been designated Green Chalice Congregations, and two more in process. Find out more about this journey at https://www.discipleshomemissions.org/ministry-programs/green-chalice/
To learn more about ways your community of faith can be better stewards of creation, especially in using sustainable dinnerware or in using some of the land around your church for a community garden, contact the Regional Church office and we will connect you with resources.