The Earth is the Lord’s and everything in it. — Psalm 24:1
We are committed to caring for Earth and encourage others to join us in being good stewards. Here's some of what we do as an Earth Care Congregation:
- Deepen our connection with Creation through group walks and kayaking in local nature preserves.
- Write local government officials to support natural land purchase and preservation
- Learn about nature and nature restoration on naturalist-guided tours.
- Hold an annual Easter Sunrise Service in Palma Sola Botanical Park.
- Devote worship hymns, prayers, readings and sermons to earth care.
- Use only reusable cups, plates, bowls, flatware and tablecloths, not disposable plastic.
- Recycle glass, aluminum, plastic and paper.
- Purchase certified sustainably-sourced paper products.
- Use diluted industrial-strength vinegar in place of commercial herbicide.
- Maintain a butterfly garden and regularly plant native plants to support wildlife.
- Educate about native plants, forest preservation, home energy conservation, eating to reduce carbon footprint, and more.
- Share our facilities with non-profits and small businesses because underutilized buildings waste energy.
- Utilize high-efficiency LED lighting and AC units.
- Installed a high Solar Reflectance Index (SRI 24) roof to reduce energy use.
- Work towards reducing our carbon footprint 25% between mid 2022 and mid 2026 to meet PC(USA)'s pledge.
There’s more to do…and now is the time to act!
