Lands
Faith and Lands
The Psalmist declares, “The earth is the LORD’s, and everything in it, the world, and all who live in it” (Ps.24:1NIV). Humans are tenants who hold the land in trust from God and in partnership with all creatures. Through God, the land nourishes all life and provides us with what we need to survive. As part of our call to be stewards of creation, we have a responsibility to God to care for the land, ensuring that it serves the good of all Creation, and protecting it for future generations and for all life.
About Our Work
The NCC
Eco-Justice Lands and Wilderness Program is working to protect God's lands around the United States, particularly some of the last truly wild places that remain untouched and provide stunning examples of the work of the Lord. We are also working with local communities and state ecumenical bodies in the West on place-based campaigns that will protect unique ecosystems and lands in their communities.
Get Involved
Sign the national statement on the need for land and wilderness protection that will be delivered to the Administration and Congress.
Tell us your story - Do you have a favorite hiking trail or reflective space that allows you to appreciate God's creation? Please share your stories and experiences in Creation.
Learn More
Land and creation play an important part on our lives as people of faith. Learn more about public lands, wilderness, and the local initiatives the Eco-justice Program is working on to protect God's great Creation for future generations.
Public Lands: In the United States, there are 623 million acres of land held by our government in the public trust and managed to serve the good of society.
Wilderness provides spiritual and recreational opportunities. Wilderness also provides essential habitat for wildlife, including endangered species.
Learn about the beautiful places local faith communities are working to protect through our place-based lands work in: