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Environmental Stewardship Resources
General Information http://www.ucc.org/justice/environmental-justice/ The United Church of Christ’s Environmental Justice Website.
http://uccecoaction.org/index.html The United Church of Christ’s Eco-Action website
http://www.webofcreation.org/ The Web of Creation was established to foster the movement for personal and social transformation to a just and sustainable world from religious perspectives. At this site you can connect with ideas, resources and strategies for doing eco-justice.
http://nccecojustice.org/resources.html The National Council of Churches Eco-Justice website. This site includes a variety of resources. http://www.freewebs.com/maggiezhou/globalwarming.htm The personal website of Dr. Maggie Zhou, detailing the science behind the threat posed by global warming and the human componant in its rise.
EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) website - http://www.epa.gov/stewardship/index.htm Provides tips for practicing environmental stewardship in the home, community, nation. Provides access to on-line educational materials.
Resources and Curricula http://uccecoaction.org/resources.html Helpful Resources for Individuals, Congregations and Conferences dealing with environmental and energy issues.
http://www.securegreenfuture.org/ Information from an organization working to lower greenhouse gas emissions in the state of Massachusetts through information campaigns and political action. http://www.eco-justice.org/C-Titles.asp - Eco-Justice Ministry Review of Curricula. This is a comprehensive listing and review of curricula which could be used in various facets of church life.
http://www.webofcreation.org/ReligiousEducation/resources.htm Educational Resources from Web of Creation.
http://www.newcommunityproject.org/pdfs/operation_creation.pdf Operation Creation is a five session care for creation curriculum for elementary age children.
Healthy Kids, Healthy Churches, Healthy Communities, an adult and youth curriculum on Creation, toxic products, and environmental justice, is now available to congregations in Massachusetts. This free, Biblically-based resource provides churches with an introduction to environmental justice and the problem of toxic chemicals in everyday life, and provides practical solutions. For a hard copy of the curriculum, call Louise at the MCC office, 617-523-2771, or send an email to louise@masscouncilofchurches.org. Questions should be directed to the Rev. Lise Hildebrandt (mcchealthychurches@yahoo.com or 508-869-2167).
Videos and DVDs from the Resource Center – contact Jane Clarke at clarkej@macucc.org
DVD: "Renewal: Stories from America's Religious-Environmental Movement" This is a powerful tool for everyone concerned about the current environmental crisis and the fate of life on our planet. This documentary and its websites are creating many exciting and effective ways to engage peple of faith, foster interfaith dialogue and break down barriers between secular environmentalists and people of faith. 90 minute documentary or 9 vignettes all between 6 and 17 mins long. Published 2007.
“Love the Earth and Be Healed” In this five video series which includes a study guide we study the idea of loving the earth and environment and in the process we become healed by reconnecting to all that God called good. Each video is approximately 30 mins long. Date Published: 1999.
“Remedies: Healing the Earth” Learn how grassroots communities are taking on the challenge of restoring the environment while, at the same time, participating in sustainable livestock development to end hunger and poverty. 19 min. Date Published: 2003.
Worship Resources http://www.webofcreation.org/Worship/actionplan.htm Worship Resources, Liturgies and Ideas
http://www.seasonofcreation.com/ Worship Resources and Ideas for four weeks during season of Pentecost/Ordinary Time.
Did you know…The UCC’s Cornerstone Fund -- offers loans for property-related projects, including for energy efficiency. For more information go to http://cornerstonefund.org/ |
