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Our Mission
To partner with, encourage, and assist faith groups to preach, teach, model, and advocate for sustainable living and ecological justice for all creation |
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Calendar
SSC General Meeting
Monday, September 10
7:00-9:00 pm
Village Presbyterian Church
6641 Mission Rd.
Prairie Village, KS
click here for more info
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E-Recycling Event and SSC Fundraiser
Saturday, Sept. 29
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Platte Woods United Methodist Church
7310 NW Prairie View Road, KCMO
click here for more info
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Luncheon and Workshop for Clergy
Wednesday, October 17
11:00 am - 1:30 pm
Avila University
Whitfield Hall
11901 Wornall, KCMO
click here for more info
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Green Team Training Workshop
Saturday, November 3
9:00-12:00
Community Christian Church, 4601 Main, KCMO
More info to come
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HOLD THE DATE:
SSC Trivia Night Fundraiser
Saturday, October 27
More info to come
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Can you help?
Last year, Sustainable Sanctuary presented programs to over 400 congregation leaders and members AND helped over 60 congregations to deepen their efforts on behalf of the Earth.
But our work is far from done, and we couldn't do any of it without the financial support of people like you who love the planet.
Please make a donation today. It's easy--just click here:
Thank you so much!
PS: Now is the perfect time to donate
because every dollar you give will be matched by the Shumaker Family Foundation.
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Here's a great book every congregational Green Team Leader and volunteer should read:
Eco Faith: Creating and Sustaining Green Congregations
Contact us for special pricing.
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Words of Wisdom
The whole earth is a living icon of the face of God.
St. John of Damascus
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Certificate in Environmental Ministry and Leadership 2013
McCormick Theological Seminary
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Sustainable Sanctuary Coalition
PO Box 732
Mission, KS 66201
913-677-8672
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Powerful Lessons and God Encounters in Nature
By Carol Meyer, Executive Director, Sustainable Sanctuary Coalition
Canoeing for seven days in the wilderness of the Canadian boundary waters some years ago brought both challenges and incredible spiritual gifts. The pain in my shoulders from unaccustomed paddling and portaging was constant. I feared getting lost, never to emerge from the maze of endless trees and lakes. However, just the willingness to stretch myself with this adventure seemed to bring out a benevolent force eager to bestow gifts. What were these gifts? Read more.
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A Special Workshop and Luncheon for Clergy and Seminarians
Too Hot to Handle?
Biblical Tools for Preaching in an Age of Climate Change
Wednesday, October 17
11:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Avila University, Whitfield Hall
11901 Wornall, KCMO
Is ecology too controversial a subject to be taught from the pulpit? What's the connection between practicing our faith and taking care of the planet? Why, from a Biblical perspective, should Earth-care be included in our ministry?
Join fellow ministers for lunch and presentations by two respected colleagues that explore the connection between faith, preaching, and Earth-care.
The presenters:
DR. ROBERT MARTIN
Associate Professor of Church Leadership and Practical Theology, Saint Paul School of Theology
Topic: What's Faith Got to Do With It? Biblical/Theological Perspectives on Environmental Stewardship
REV. TOM ARE  Senior Pastor, Village Presbyterian Church Topic: Presenting the Message Without Getting Burned $30 Registration fee ($15 for seminarians) includes lunch. Please pre-register by Oct. 14. Contact Angela at ssckcregister@yahoo.com or 414-241-7850. Click here for a flier. Click here for a map. Pass this info along to your clergy! |
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E-Recycling Event and SSC Fundraiser
Saturday, September 29
Platte Woods United Methodist Church,
7310 NW Prairie View Road, Platte Woods, MO 64151
Do something good for the Earth and help out SSC at
the same time. For a small donation of $15.00, you can finally shred your old papers, get rid of all those old electronic devices gathering dust--and do it in a safe and environmentally friendly manner.
Click here for more details including a complete list of what items will be accepted.
Tell your friends and neighbors!
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Want to Get Involved?
There are a number of ways you can get involved
with SSC. Here are a few ideas:
- Do you have experience with Microsoft Publisher, Photoshop, or Page Maker? We need help designing fliers, brochures, etc.
- Have you ever done grant writing? We are looking for volunteers with grant writing experience to hep us in our fundraising efforts.
- Like talking to people? Our Outreach Team can always use help in contacting area congregations about our work.
- Just looking for a way to give some of your time? We have several events coming up that we'll need lots of volunteers to work at.
Don't see anything that interests you? Contact us anyway. We can always use more help!
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