Envirnomental Stewardship

”Nobody made a greater mistake than he who did nothing because he could only do a little.” ……..Edmund Burke

The Spirit of God is present and active in the natural world itself —in the new life of spring; in the flourishing of summer; in the harvests of autumn; in the storms of winter; in the diversity of plants and animals.

Every fresh morning, every star at night, speaks of the Creator Spirit who pervades the world with creative power, giving rise to all manner of systems and species.

In recent years, we have become aware that the human race, with its polluting and consuming ways, threatens the very survival of the earth’s life systems of air, water, and soil—along with the survival of many other fellow creatures. Remembering the Spirit makes us realize that wasting the earth is a sin against the very creativity of God. That remembrance should energize us to be responsible stewards of the great treasure, creation. 

In coming months, this column will feature suggestions that all of us can utilize to protect this wonderful gift for generations to come.