Creation care is a legitimate aspect of the church’s mission. Jesus told us to take the good news to the whole creation — human and non-human. The Lausanne movement has recognised creation care as an integral part of the church’s mission. It resonates with the bigger biblical goal of shalom, […]
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Six science-backed answers to your climate-denying relatives’ favourite arguments — respectful, factual, and ready for the dinner table. We all seem to have that one relative who denies climate change (loudly) at the dinner table – the one who points to snow on the ground in winter to disprove global […]
The Bible teaches that humanity has a clear responsibility to care for and protect the environment as an act of obedience and worship to God, the Creator and owner of all things. This responsibility is described through several key concepts: Stewardship (Caretakership): The Earth belongs to God, and humans are appointed as […]
The coral reefs are bleaching. The glaciers are melting. Hurricanes are getting stronger, and droughts are lasting longer. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by climate data or guilty about your carbon footprint, you’re not alone. For many Christians, environmental issues create an uncomfortable tension between caring for creation and […]
Discover why caring for the environment is a core part of following Jesus. Explore biblical creation care and eco-discipleship in NZ. By Phillip Donnell | Published in Church Resources When I ask a group of leaders how they got involved in the congregation, almost all of them (80-90 percent) share […]