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Caring for Creation A Catechism of Creation: An Episcopal Understanding. "Part I [Theology of Creation] outlines the doctrine of creation, drawing upon the Bible and the theology of the early Church. Part II [Creation and Science] presents basic information about modern scientific discoveries and theories about the history of the universe and of life. It also gives examples showing how science has informed and inspired a new theological understanding of God’s relationship to the creation. Finally, Part III [Caring for Creation] presents the biblical basis for the church’s commitment to an ethic of caring for creation, and suggests ways in which individuals and congregations might live out this ministry." Includes two appendixes: a bibliography encouraging further study of topics presented, and a lectionary guide for preachers. Prepared for Study in Congregations by The Committee on Science, Technology and Faith of The Executive Council The Episcopal Church in the United States of America, June 2005. A call for all to care for God's creation, Joel C. Hunter. "Faith and science can complement each other to accomplish a common cause." Published in Christian Science Monitor (February 8, 2007). Beyond the Shattered Image by John Chryssavgis, Greek Orthodox theologian. (Light and Life Publishing Company, MN, 1999). “[T]he world both within and without needs to be reconsidered in terms of sacrament. . . . [B]efore we can effectively deal with the ecological problem . . . we must first change both our self-image and our world-view." This book examines “the sacredness of the world in terms of its interrelation and interconnection with God”; expounds “the fundamental principles of the Early Church, particularly as these are reflected in the ascetic tradition of the Christian East”; and explores “some theological and spiritual dimensions of an Orthodox view of the environment.” Includes: “The World as Sacrament,” “Divine Immanence and Divine Transcendence,” “The Desert is Alive,” “The World of the Icon” “The Privilege of Despair,” and “Discerning the Face of God.” Biblical Views of Nature: Foundations for an Environmental Ethic, by Marcia Bunge Christian Faith and Environmental Ethics: Aldo Leopold's Sand County Almanac and Luther's Freedom of a Christian, by Marcia Bunge Christianity and the Survival of Creation, by Wendell Berry "Creation Texts" in Scripture: Guidelines and Findings, by John G. Gibbs, Ph.D., published on the Environmental Stewardship Commission, Episcopal Diocese of Minnesota website. As noted on the website, "[t]his article is one of the articles used in support of faith community discussions about the movie 'The Great Warming.'" Christian Environmental Ethics: A Case Method Approach, James B. Martin-Schramm and Robert L. Stivers (Maryknoll, New York: Orbis Books, 2003) The Cosmic Scope of Love Download PDF "The restoration of creation begins with the restoration of God’s people. Human restoration begins with our response to the cosmic scope of God’s love." John G. Gibbs, Ph.D., 2007 Earth Day Sermon Ecology at the Heart of Faith, Denis Edwards (Maryknoll, New York: Orbis Books, 2006) Following Christ in A Consumer Culture, John Kavanaugh (Maryknoll, New York: Orbis Books, 1991) From Creation-Faith to Ecological Responsibility Download PDF John G Gibbs, 2000 How Much is Enough?, Arthur Simon (Grand Rapids: Baker Books, 2003) Selected quotations on the theme of Stewardship of Creation Catholic Social Teaching, Office of Social Justice St. Paul and Minneapolis Stewardship of Creation: A Thirty Day Discipline. A resource that can be used for personal devotions, or as one-page bulletin inserts. Downloadable at Web of Creation. The Call of Creation: God's Invitation and the Human Response Download PDF or Download WordThe Catholic Church in England and Wales, 2002. "It has become clear that care for the environment presents a major challenge for the whole of humanity in the 21st Century. The Catholic Bishops' Conference of England and Wales wishes to add its voice to the many calling for urgent action to protect our earthly home from further destruction. A way of life that disregards and damages God's creation, forces the poor into greater poverty, and threatens the right of future generations to a healthy environment and to their fair share of the earth's wealth and resources, is contrary to the vision of the Gospel." The document examines: "What have we done to the earth?" "Understanding the 'signs of the times;'" "Rediscovering moral and scriptural foundations;" and "Responding to the Cry of Creation." The Dream of the Earth, Thomas Berry (San Francisco: Sierra Club Books, 1988) Reflections on poverty and climate change Katharine Jefferts Schori, Presiding Bishop Episcopal Church What are They Saying About Environmental Theology, John Hart (New York: Paulist Press, 2004) Written Testimony of The Most Reverend Katharine Jefferts Schori Presiding Bishop of The Episcopal Church Before the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee: Global Warming Hearing, June 7, 2007 Download PDF or Download Word Poetry New and Selected Poems Volume 2, Mary Oliver (Boston: Beacon Press, 2005) Thirst, Poems by Mary Oliver (Boston: Beacon Press, 2006) DVDs/Films An Inconvenient Truth Includes preview of the movie trailer. DVD of the movie can be purchased at this site. The 11th Hour Preview of the movie. The Great Warming: The Signs and The Science Preview of promotional material for the movie is available. Different DVD versions of the movie can be purchased at this site. 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