As stewards of God’s creation, it is our commitment
to protect God’s creation and ensure justice for all of God’s
children. But while our nation and the rest of the world progresses
into a society of technology and convenience, we may let our commitment
to the Earth slip aside, and let God’s precious gift of creation
waste away.
It is more important than ever to remind ourselves and our neighbors
that we are affecting this planet with each decision we make. We
must inspire and mobilize those around us to protect the Earth,
for those who cannot protect it themselves. We need words of leadership
and actions that demonstrate our care for the plants, animals and
resources among us. How will you reach your community?
We invite you to answer this question by participating in our Environmental
Sermon Writing Contest. For this contest, we are looking for those
sermons that can eloquently demonstrate the environmental issues
that face God’s creation today, and present ideas that call
us to action. The winner will receive a set of brand new Earth
Bibles. This contest is open to all members and congregational
leaders.
The sermon can focus on any of the following issues:
Global Warming
Food and Agriculture
Water
Environmental Health
Consumerism and Sustainability
Environmental Justice and Ethics
Biodiversity and/or Endangered Species
Urban Growth, Transportation, Land Use
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Entries will be considered/judged based on the following criteria:
Clarity and focus of the entire sermon
aesthetic appeal
theological foundation
creativity
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Deadline and Length
Please limit your submission to 1,500 words maximum. The deadline
for this contest is March 1, 2007.
Send us your sermons by email at info@nccecojustice.org (please
write 'Environmental Sermon Contest" in the Subject line.
You can also mail them to us at:
National Council of Churches
Eco-Justice Program Office
Attn: Environmental Sermon Contest
110 Maryland Ave. NE, Suite 108
Washington, DC 20002
Words can penetrate hearts and minds when they are channeled through
a love for God's creation. We look forward to reading your submissions!
