Earthwise
Creation Justice

We believe that our call to love our neighbors extends not only to all people, but also to all the beings of creation. We care for our sibling species and the land, water, and air that support us all, not only as responsible stewards, but also in respecting their intrinsic worth. In recognition of these values, we've been designated a Creation Justice Church by the UCC, building on over a decade as an Earthwise congregation as designated by the Minnesota Conference. Our Creation Justice Covenant reflects our congregational commitment to working within our congregation and in broader communities to transform harm into healing.

Some of our major Earthwise-Creation Justice activities over the past decade include installing an array of solar panels on our roof; making improvements to our roof for water management and energy efficiency; installing rain gardens on our grounds; developing a food ethics statement and making more local and fair trade choices in the food served at events; and organizing many educational, faith formation, and worship activities, including a series of book studies around Active Hope that has infused new energy into our Earthwise-Creation Justice pursuits throughout the congregation.

Four Creation Justice Church Elements

Theology and Worship

Creation Justice-oriented worship experiences, including Integrity of Creation Sundays and our Sacred Circle for Our Climate series.

Institutional Life and Practice

Projects improving our relationship with the planet through our building and grounds and more information about Earthwise-Creation Justice Committee activities and the development of our Creation Justice Church application.

Circles of Awareness and Advocacy

Our Food Ethics statement and additional resources we’ve used and recommend for learning about a variety of Creation Justice issues.

Connections to a Broader Movement

Information about our *Active Hope* book study (including a curriculum guide) and links to partner and affinity organizations.

Simple Changes to Combat the Climate Crisis

The Earthwise-Creation Justice team is here for you with good news that small, simple changes DO make a difference in combating the climate crisis. The holidays are a great time to make changes that will help God's creation. A first important step could be... read more.

Solar Energy

Did you know, our church solar panels can be monitored online! Click here If you are interested in learning more about solar energy for your home, click on the Resources link below, and register for the 1/6/2022 webinar.