Greening the Church Experience

Luke Gascho

Thursday, 10:30 – 11:25, Room 329

Creation care practices in our congregations should affirm and teach that everything belongs to God.  This biblical-based seminar will encourage holistic stewardship in the daily life of the congregation.

What Does “Sustainable Living” Mean for People of Faith?

Luke Gascho

Thursday, 1:00 – 1:55, Room 329

Simple living has been a common theme in our church’s history. As we live in a consumer-driven society, we are enticed to leave the commitment to living simply and joyfully. The seminar will examine options and practices that honor the call to live within the bounds of enough. The discussion will help form a new definition of sustainable living for the church today.

How Might the Church Respond to Climate Change?

Luke Gascho

Wednesday, 2:15 – 3:10, Room 329

Friday, 2:15 – 3:10, Room 330

Rather than falling into a polarized political response to this issue, the church can bring a biblically-based message of hope. The seminar will explore the meanings of “For God so loved the world” and the Good Samaritan story as frameworks for responding to climate change in the global context. Our Christian way of living as passionate stewards of the earth brings an action-filled message of peace and hope.

It’s Not Easy Being “Green”

Kristen Mast and panel

Wednesday, 2:15 – 3:10, Room 323

Thursday, 2:15 – 3:10, Room 328

Everyone likes to talk about living simply, buying locally and being green. What do these things actually mean? Is it for everyone or just a select liberal few? Is there a magic formula that you can follow to make sure that you are doing it “right”? Come join us as we hear different people’s perspectives on how they choose to apply these values to their lives.

Creation care practices in our congregations should affirm and teach that everything belongs to God.  This biblical-based seminar will encourage holistic stewardship in the daily life of the congregation.