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Caring About
Creation |
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Theology,
Natural Science and Continuing Creation |
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Ethics and
Theology and Eco-justice |
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Ministry for Theology, Natural
Science and Continuing Creation |
Two Page Summary of this Ministry
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Integrating Science, Religion
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Pastor's
Perspective, July 10, 2004 |
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The Olympian |
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An Unavoidable Challenge
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SIX ECOJUSTICE PRINCIPLES |
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Useful Websites |
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The Ministry for Theology, the
Natural Sciences, and the Continuing Creation |
| This ministry is seeking
members to become the foundation for this ministry. If interested,
contact Artie Browning of Rev Mark Dowdy, |
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SIX ECOJUSTICE PRINCIPLES |
 In
a recent project called The Earth Bible, a team of theologians,
environmental scientists, and other scholars devised a set of
ecojustice principles to guide their work in exploring biblical texts.
They wanted to counteract a history of interpretation that served the
selfish interests of humanity. |
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http://www.webofcreation.org/earthbible/earthbible.html
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http://www.webofcreation.org/earthbible/ebprinciples.html
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Earth Bible:
Eco-Justice Principles
- The Principle of
Intrinsic Worth:
The universe, Earth, and all its components have intrinsic
worth/value
- The Principle of
Interconnectedness:
Earth is a community of inter-connected living things that are
mutually dependent on each other for life and survival.
- The Principle of Voice:
Earth is a living entity capable of raising its voice in
celebration and against injustice.
- The Principle of
Purpose:
The universe, Earth and all its components are a part of a
dynamic cosmic design within which each piece has a place in the
overall of that design.
- The Principle of Mutual
Custodianship:
Earth is a balanced and diverse domain where responsible
custodians can function as partners with, rather than rulers over,
Earth to sustain its balance and a diverse Earth community.
- The Principle of
Resistance:
Earth and its components not only suffer from human injustices
but actively resist them in the struggle for justice.
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| From The Earth
Bible Volume One: Readings from the Perspective of Earth, ed. by
Norman Habel. |
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CARING FOR CREATION |
| Sometimes we
tend to think of creation as “out there” – animals, parks, oceans,
trees, mountains. But creation includes everything that God made,
including people, and the things that people have made. Cities,
automobiles, telephones, and toys are part of creation, too. When we
are called to exercise dominion over creation, we are invited to take
responsibility for helping maintain a balance of things in the world.
Explore some ways you can do that: |
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• Discuss ways in
which people and nature interact in your community. What good things
can be celebrated? What other things can be changed?
• Make connections
with those who produce the food we eat. Children may think that food
comes from shops and markets. While this may be true, the food had to
come from other places first. Try to find out where your food comes
from, especially fresh produce. Look at labels. Visit farms if
possible. At mealtimes, wonder about the people who produced the food
you are eating, and pray for them.
• Learn about local
companies that are creating new things. How well do they balance their
work with the rest of creation? How do they treat their workers? How
do they treat the land, the air, and the water around them?
• How does your
church interact with creation. Are you welcoming? How do you reduce
waste and your general impact on the environment? What are ways you
can help bring about harmony in creation? |
| Seasons of the
Spirit Curriculum, June 5/6, 2004 |
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Useful Websites |
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| The Earth
Bible Project |
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http://ehlt.flinders.edu.au/theology/institute/earthbible/
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| The Earth
Charter Initiative |
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http://www.earthcharter.org/
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http://www.earthcharter.org/files/charter/charter.pdf
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| Ethics
Updates |
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http://ethics.sandiego.edu/video/ |
| Genetics,
Ethics and Theology |
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http://www.meta-library.net/media/gene-body.html |
| Home
Worship 101 |
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http://www.homeworship101.com/index.htm |
| Science
and Theology |
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http://www.stnews.org/index.html |
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http://www.stnews.org/archives/2003/May_bookends.html
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Theological Perspectives on
Genetics -
Ron Cole-Turner |
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http://www.meta-library.net/scisuff/logic-body.html
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| Who is
Ronald Cole-Turner |
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http://www.pts.edu/coler.html
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| Email:
coleturn@pts.edu
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