<![CDATA[CREATION JUSTICE MINISTRIES - EcoSermon Hub (blog)]]>Wed, 13 May 2026 14:52:30 -0400Weebly<![CDATA[Avery Davis Lamb on The First Sunday after Pentecost (Trinity Sunday)]]>Fri, 11 Oct 2024 15:16:15 GMThttps://www.creationjustice.org/sermonblog/avery-davis-lamb-on-the-first-sunday-after-pentecost-trinity-sunday
]]><![CDATA[Can we adopt then implement ELCA's "A Social Message: The Climate Crisis" (Luke 10: 25-37, Matthew 25: 31-46, John 13: 34-35)]]>Tue, 29 Aug 2023 19:26:19 GMThttps://www.creationjustice.org/sermonblog/can-we-adopt-then-implement-elcas-a-social-message-the-climate-crisis-luke-10-25-37-matthew-25-31-46-john-13-34-35Preacher: Larry Ryan
Scripture: Luke 10: 25-37, Matthew 25: 31-46, and John 13: 34-35
Synopsis: "I have prepared a 45-minute PowerPoint presentation for an adult Bible study at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Newark, DE, as part of my role in the creation care ministry team for the Delaware-Maryland Synod ELCA; the presentation, based on "Blessed Tomorrow," includes a customized slide deck and encourages questions at the end."
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]]><![CDATA[Earth Day (Genesis 1)]]>Tue, 29 Aug 2023 19:22:19 GMThttps://www.creationjustice.org/sermonblog/earth-day-genesis-1Preacher: Cliff Bahlinger
Date Preached: April 23, 2023
Scripture: Genesis 1 
Synopsis: The sermon incorporates survey results, revealing a significant gap between the 92% of Christians valuing creation care and the mere 8% actively involved in combating global warming.
]]><![CDATA[Earth and Awe (Psalm 104, Luke 24:13-35)]]>Tue, 29 Aug 2023 19:19:19 GMThttps://www.creationjustice.org/sermonblog/earth-and-awe-psalm-104-luke-2413-35Preacher: Elizabeth Garnsey
Date Preached: April 23, 2023
Scripture: Psalm 104, Luke 24:13-35
Synopsis: Earth's suffering due to human impact highlights our neglect, possibly due to a loss of awe; rekindling awe as a spiritual practice can mend our broken connection with God through nature, drawing on the wisdom of both to understand resourcefulness, forgiveness, and healing, ultimately mending the Earth's predicament.
]]><![CDATA[Reading the 104th Psalm in the Twitterverse (Psalm 104; Psalm 8)]]>Tue, 29 Aug 2023 19:15:24 GMThttps://www.creationjustice.org/sermonblog/reading-the-104th-psalm-in-the-twitterverse-psalm-104-psalm-8Preacher: D. Mark Davis
Date Preached: April 22/23, 2023
Scripture: Psalm 104; Psalm 8
Synopsis: In the fast-paced "twitterverse," we often prioritize instant gratification and self-interest, yet the Psalms 104 and 8 advocate for a contrasting way of existence through the mindful acts of "Beholding" and "Harkening," allowing us to fully engage with the present, appreciate marvels, and break from the constraints of time.
]]><![CDATA[Dismantling the Doctrine of Discovery: Our Christian Responsibility (Deuteronomy 30.15-20; 31.3-6)]]>Tue, 29 Aug 2023 19:11:42 GMThttps://www.creationjustice.org/sermonblog/dismantling-the-doctrine-of-discovery-our-christian-responsibility-deuteronomy-3015-20-313-6Preacher: Bret Myers
Date Preached: April 23, 2023
Scripture: Deuteronomy 30.15-20; 31.3-6
Synopsis: ​The Doctrine of Discovery justifies European dominance over indigenous cultures, and resolving this requires reeducating ourselves about our history from a just perspective, rewriting myths and laws to promote equality, and restoring our role as caretakers rather than exploiters of the Earth, making Earth Day meaningful beyond just a feel-good moment.
]]><![CDATA[Walking with Jesus (Luke 24:13-35)]]>Tue, 29 Aug 2023 19:06:11 GMThttps://www.creationjustice.org/sermonblog/walking-with-jesus-luke-2413-35Preacher: Enno Limvere
Date Preached: April 23, 2023
Scripture: Luke 24:13-35
Synopsis: Similar to the disciples on the road to Emmaus who recognized Jesus through the breaking of bread, we, too, must open our eyes, embrace nature's beauty, and acknowledge our intrinsic link with creation as a way to restore our lost connection with Jesus.
]]><![CDATA[April 23rd Sermon Easter 3A (Luke 24:13-35)]]>Tue, 29 Aug 2023 19:01:44 GMThttps://www.creationjustice.org/sermonblog/april-23rd-sermon-easter-3a-luke-2413-35Preacher: Curtiss Peterson
Date Preached: April 23, 2023
Scripture: Luke 24:13-35
Synopsis: Encountering Jesus through the act of breaking bread fosters connection among individuals, potentially transforming adversaries into allies and neighbors, while emphasizing that communal eating involves not only sharing a meal but also establishing connections with those who produce our food and fostering a relationship with God's creation.
]]><![CDATA[God Fills the Earth With Love (Psalm 33: 1-12)]]>Tue, 29 Aug 2023 18:57:51 GMThttps://www.creationjustice.org/sermonblog/god-fills-the-earth-with-love-psalm-33-1-12Preacher: Kristopher Hewitt
Date Preached: June 11, 2023
Scripture: Psalm 33: 1-12
Synopsis: Psalm 33 reveals the Earth's abundance of God's love, yet the reality of wildfires reminds us of our responsibility to love and care for creation, introducing the concept of "kinship" and "the Honorable Harvest" by Robin Wall Kimmerer as a means to embody our faith.
]]><![CDATA[Sacred Sanctuaries (John 20:19-31)]]>Tue, 29 Aug 2023 18:55:39 GMThttps://www.creationjustice.org/sermonblog/sacred-sanctuaries-john-2019-31Preacher: Gabrielle Poli
Date Preached: April 16th, 2023
Scripture: John 20:19-31
Synopsis: In observance of "Blue Theology Sunday," the sermon acknowledges the vital connection between Christians and the ocean, urging responsible care and gratitude as an avenue to foster peacemaking and harmony within the broader ecosystem.
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