Creation Care Ministry

​"This is not secular do-goodism, this is the Jesus movement. As followers of Jesus, we care for God's world because God cares for God's world, and this means that we care about climate change."
- Rt. Rev. Michael B. Curry,
​Presiding Bishop, The Episcopal Church

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Grace Church in the Mountains is forming a Creation Care ministry. Come here to find inspiration and resources about how we can work together to be better stewards of God’s gifts to us. Eventually, you’ll find links to resources of all kinds, a schedule of events, and more.  We’re under construction so stop by occasionally to see what’s new.             
(Photos by Mary Lou Daily)

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​Although Grace Church is in the Mountains, many of us have strong ties with the ocean and beaches, as we are fortunate to be close to many beautiful beaches in the southeastern U.S.  June 8th is U.N. World Oceans Day. Consider taking simple actions to protect our oceans. One of the most important is to limit purchase and use of plastic products, especially packaging items. Reusable produce bags, silicone lids to replace plastic wrap, glass food storage jars, reusable shopping bags are all ocean-friendly. Check out “My Plastic Free Life” (see link to more) and learn about ways to kick the plastic habit. Our convenience doesn’t have to contribute to the destruction of our oceans or fellow creatures in God’s Creation.

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​Action’s silent partner is Contemplation.
Take a moment to offer prayer and thanksgiving for the gift of God’s Creation. Center your gratitude in a commitment to actively caring for our planetary home, just as we care for one another, especially during this time of global pandemic and a growing awareness of our shared humanity and vulnerability.

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Creator God, you call us into relationship with others as
co-creators of the world we inhabit. We see the damage done
to this fragile earth and all who reside within it,
and we want to change it. Show us the ways to simplify
our physical lives in ways that will broaden our souls,
magnify our interconnectedness, and strengthen
our bond to you. All this we ask through the one who
is able to do immeasurably more than all we can ask
or imagine, Jesus Christ. Amen.
www.episcopalchurch.org/creation

More Resources About Ocean Health
https://www.nationalgeographic.com/environment/oceans/take-action/10-things-you-can-do-to-save-the-ocean/
https://myplasticfreelife.com/plasticfreeguide/ Get started today living plastic-free; it’s easier than you think!
https://unworldoceansday.org/page/home   
Chasing Coral, Netflix documentary. Watch the trailer here:   https://youtu.be/b6fHA9R2cKI

Earth Day 50 Inspires Global Action & Unity

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