Creation Care Alliance of Western North Carolina
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Restoration in Creation: Earth, Body, Mind, & Spirit
On Saturday, July 30th, we will offer a day retreat at Lake Logan Retreat Center in partnership with covenant partner congregations Grace Episcopal Church in the Mountains of Waynesville, and First United Methodist Church of Waynesville. Titled “Restoration in Creation:…
Read MoreSermon in Hendersonville: Listening Ears & Enough For All
This sermon, preached at First Congregational Church of Hendersonville on May 8th, 2022, was adapted from a sermon preached in October of 2021. The text referenced is Psalm 104: 1-9 from the NRSV. The original sermon was titled “Remembering Who…
Read MoreWorship Resources for your Earth Day service
Looking for inspiration as you prepare your Earth Day service? Here are some great resources: Old Turtle by Douglas Wood speaks to the young and young at heart about our sacred relationship with all beings and God. It is…
Read MoreEco-Spirituality: An Invitation
In the busyness of Earth Month actions, events, and the rest of our lives, it can be easy to forget to spend time with creation as a part of creation. And so, here are a few ideas to help you get outside and spend intentional time being…
Read MoreSermon in Hendersonville: On the Mountain, In the Community
This sermon was offered by CCA Director, Sarah Ogletree, at Trinity Presbyterian Church in Hendersonville on February 27th, 2022. The scripture was Luke 9 : 28-36. In today’s passage, Jesus withdraws to the mountain to pray with three of…
Read MoreThe Great Backyard Bird Count: Feb. 18-21
Looking for a COVID-safe way to involve your congregation in an outdoor winter activity? The Great Backyard Bird Count was made for times such as these. Families and individuals choose a 15-minute block of time, at least once, over the…
Read MoreResource Highlight: Lenten Studies
Many Christians and Christian faith communities are beginning to think about the season of Lent. For this reason, we want to highlight two great Lenten studies that emphasize the work of creation care, its importance to faith, and how ecological…
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Join us for our Earth Day Vigil
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Please join us on Sunday April 24th from 4 – 5 pm at the First Baptist Church Asheville labyrinth and sacred garden as we gather for a time of prayer, music, lament, celebration, storytelling, and community. Speakers and performers will…
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