Water- Get Involved

People of Faith Take Action

Avoid toxic chemicals and their spillage. Become more aware of your actions when handling chemicals such as oil and gasoline. Avoid spills and risks of runoff and contamination. Switch to phosphate-free detergents and other less hazardous household products. Switch traditional incandescent bulbs for compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs), reducing the demand for mercury-intensive production that pollutes our waters. Encourage manufacturers of products you use to stop using raw toxic materials.
Reduce daily water consumption. Click here to see the NCC water conservation page. Quick helpful hints: 1. Turn faucets off while brushing your teeth or washing dishes. 2. Check indoor and outdoor faucets for leaks or drips. 3. Adjust nozzles and shower heads to conserve water.
Consider alternatives to bottled water, especially if you are planning a conference, retreat, or party! Need ideas? Click here to check out this brochure made by the Presbyterian Church-USA and Living Waters for the World.
Show a documentary to raise awareness in your congregation. We recommend Troubled Waters, A United Church of Christ documentary on water's sanctity and what people of faith are doing to protect this life source.
Advocate to protect our waters on the local or community level. Learn more about potential sources of contamination in your community and take action to reduce and/or regulate these sources.
- Learn how your congregation can take care of local watersheds: Water Stewards: A Toolkit for Congregational Care of Local Watersheds.
  - If you live in the Chesapeake Bay, use this resource: Stewards of the Bay: A Toolkit for Congregations in the Chesapeake Bay Watershed.