Rose Therese Huelsman has an MA in Sociology and an MA in Theology. She is a
member of the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, Monroe, MI, a
group which has taken exceptional leadership in the field of sustainable
living. She has many years’ experience in education and a great passion for the
environment. She is currently an associate chaplain at St. Luke’s Hospital in
Kansas City, Missouri.
Carol Meyer has an undergraduate degree in Education and an MA in Theology. As
the owner of WisdomWays Ministries, she teaches classes and leads retreats on
spirituality, publishes a spirituality newsletter, and offers Spiritual
Direction. She has attended national conferences and been active in Creation
Spirituality for many years. She
also leads the Green Committee at her church.
January 9, 2010 ~ 10:00-11:45 AM
Carol Meyer and RoseTherese Huelsman are educators with the Sustainable
Sanctuary Coalition, a local interfaith group that promotes earth care in
congregations. They lead a Green Team Training Workshop, as well as other environmental
programs for faith groups.
Does God Care About the Earth? Connecting Religion, Spirituality, and Ecology
By Carol Meyer and RoseTherese Huelsman
The vast majority of people are believers, but often make no connection between
their faith and caring for the Earth. Yet, religion and spirituality can be powerful
forces in the great work of Earth care, giving vision and hope to sustain us
for the long haul.
Come and explore these correlations, as you gain new perspectives and practical
ideas on:
-
The latest theological views of creation
and the human and divine roles in it
-
Biblical themes that support and mandate
caring for God’s Earth
-
How religion and science can work in partnership for Earth's
welfare
-
What faith-based ecology offers the
environmental movement
-
Ways in which creation spirituality
can enhance activism for the Earth
Will include input, a brief film (“The Awakening Universe”), lively discussion, personal reflection, and action
steps to help you integrate your spirituality with Earth care.
January 9, 2010 ~ 2:30-4:00 PM
10 Easy Steps to Helping Your Congregation Go Green
By RoseTherese Huelsman and Carol Meyer
The faith community should be in the forefront of Earth stewardship, and yet it
often lags behind the general community. This workshop will help churches and
faith groups get started or go deeper in their Earth ministry.
You’ll learn:
-
How to form an effective Green Team
-
Cost-saving ways to green your facilities
-
The best sustainable ideas that have worked in other area churches
-
Ways to get church members more involved and committed to Earth care
-
Scriptural and theological reasons why a church should be dedicated to
the environment
You’ll also get a packet of helpful materials and resources. This participatory
and practical workshop is great for church leaders or anyone wanting to get
their congregation more active in caring for God’s Earth.
