“We are called to assist the earth, to heal her wounds and in the process heal our own - indeed, to embrace the whole creation in all its diversity, beauty, and wonder.”
~ Wangari Maathai

Faith-based Environmental Sites

Eco-Justice Ministries – Rev. Sawtell writes an excellent weekly reflection on faith and the environment. Go to the web site to sign up. Web site also contains great ecological tips for churches on worship, education, pastoral care, curriculum, etc. Good quotation bank.

Web of Creation – Has a wealth of resources to develop earth keeping practices, as well as the theology and ethics of caring for creation. Has the Training Manual for the Green Congregation Program, worship resources, and comprehensive links to sites promoting environmental stewardship.

Earth Ministry – An ecumenical, Christian non-profit that helps individuals and congregations connect faith with Earth care. Has many resources for congregations, including the Handbook for Creation Awareness and Care.

Eco-Justice Working Group of the National Council of Churches – Provides Earth Day liturgies, curricula, and mailings; updated environmental justice resource lists; climate change information; and various congregational programs.

Earthcare – Seeks to raise environmental awareness and encourage participation in church and community projects through educational and advisory programs. Also provides a medium for fellowship, interaction, and inspiration for Christians concerned with the Biblical mandate to be stewards of God’s creation. Good resources section.

Blessed Earth – An educational nonprofit that inspires and equips faith communities to become better stewards of the earth. Through outreach to churches, campuses and media we build bridges that promote measurable environmental change and meaningful spiritual growth.

Greening Reform Judaism – Endeavors to promote an awareness of environmental considerations and environmentally responsible acts by integrating Jewish values, learning and actions that promote shomrai adamah – protection and renewal of the world.

Flourish – A new collaborative ministry that helps churches care for creation in ways that honor God and help people. Flourish recognizes environmental stewardship as an expression of our love for God and a celebration of the bountiful world in which he has placed us.

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Local Green Organizations

Bridging the Gap – Kansas City area’s most comprehensive recycling and environmental education source.

Kansas Interfaith Power and Light – Works with congregations to put faith into action on climate change – promotes energy conservation and efficiency, and renewable energy.

Kansas and Missouri Chapters of the Sierra Club – An active environmental organization promoting advocacy, education, and outdoor activities. Monthly newsletter.

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National Green Groups

Environmental Defense – partners with communities, government, and business to find practical environmental solutions

Greenpeace – clear delineation of issues from Greenpeace, a historically activist organization

National Resources Defense Council – works to protect wildlife and wild places and to ensure a healthy environment for all life

National Wildlife Federation – care of wildlife and biodiversity

Nature Conservancy – dedicated to preserving wild areas