An Ecological Concern Far More Powerful Than Stewardship – Dennis Ormseth reflects on the priesthood of all believers meaning that we are “priests” of all creation. Care for Creation Commentary on the Common Lectionary Readings for the Christ the King Sunday, Year B (2012, 2015, 2018, 2021, 2024) Daniel 7:9-10, 13-14 Psalm 93 Revelation 1:4b-8 JohnRead More →
Creation Is Our Neighborhood – Jeremiah Sassaman reflects on loving our neighbors. Care for Creation Commentary on the Common Lectionary Readings for Sunday October 30 – November 5, Year B (2018, 2021, 2024) Deuteronomy 6:1-9 Psalm 119:1-8 Hebrews 9:11-14 Mark 12:28-34 “Hear, O Israel: The LORD is our God, the LORD alone. You shall loveRead More →
God Does Not Desire That Creatures Suffer – Amy Carr reflects on waiting and suffering, fairness and balance. Care for Creation Commentary on the Common Lectionary Readings for Sunday June 26 – July 2, Year B (2021, 2024) Lamentations 3:22-33 or Wisdom1:13-15, 2:23-24 Psalm 30 2 Corinthians 8:7-15 Mark 5:21-43 Lamentations 3:22-33 The activists among usRead More →
The 2019 ELCA Advocacy Convening (April 29 – May 1) gathered over 100 lay and rostered leaders to be trained as advocates. The theme: “Prepared to Care: Our Advocacy in Light of Disasters Intensified by Climate Change.” Below are some highlights as I, Phoebe Morad, experienced them. Thanks to those who support Lutherans Restoring CreationRead More →
Our ecumenical companion site, www.LetAllCreationPraise.org , is maintained by long-time supporter and fellow Lutheran restoring creation, Nick Utphall. This site is an online library of commentaries, hymns, worship samples and devotions which speak to a wide variety of Christian faiths. Rev. Utphall is pastor at Madison Christian Community in Wisconsin. Check out their site forRead More →
by David Rhoads Steward is a biblical term that refers to a manager who is responsible for the goods and property of another. A steward is not therefore an owner, but one who has a responsibility to an owner to treat property with care and respect. Stewardship is a term that refers to the responsibility of a stewardRead More →