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Preacher: 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.
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Preacher: 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. Preacher: 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. Dismantling the Doctrine of Discovery: Our Christian Responsibility (Deuteronomy 30.15-20; 31.3-6)8/29/2023 Preacher: 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. Preacher: 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. Preacher: 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. Preacher: Alison J. B. Patton
Date Preached: April 23, 2023 Scripture: Isaiah 58:1-12 Synopsis: Exploring lessons from nature, the sermon emphasizes emulating its lack of waste and highlights the need to attend to the entire community and share resources, drawing a parallel to the Israelites' challenge; the call for prophets to remind of interdependence and potential for sustainable living, akin to a flourishing water garden, is put forth. |
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