Green Chalice News
A monthly e-newsletter from Green Chalice, a ministry of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ).
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Green Chalice
is a partnership Creation Care ministry of Disciples Home Missions and the Christian Church in Kentucky.
Our mission is to connect Christian faith, spiritual practice, and creation consciousness in order to demonstrate the fullness of God's shalom.
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Disciples Home Missions
 Christian Church in Kentucky
Blessed Tomorrow
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ENCYCLICAL LETTER
LAUDATO SI'
OF THE HOLY FATHER
FRANCIS
ON CARE FOR OUR COMMON HOME
 Thursday, June 18th, the Vatican released the 184 page papal encyclical on climate change. A papal encyclical is a teaching document in the form of a letter from the pope that discusses a wrong that needs to be addressed. This is very significant for the Catholic church. It is also significant for Christians and all people of faith as it raises the profile of our moral obligation to address climate injustice. Pope Francis chose as his name that of Saint Francis of Assisi who was dedicated to the poor and founded the Franciscan Order to continue his work of service to poor and oppressed people. Saint Francis is also honored for his special respect for and closeness to nature, especially animals.
READ it, Skim it, Glance at it. It is beautifully and powerfully written.
Link to the Encyclical, Laudato Si Laudato Si in PDF |
 Dan Misleh of Catholic Climate Covenant is headed to Rome and will be delivering a letter of support to Pope Francis from Americans for his encyclical on climate. Disciples are invited to add our names to this letter by June 30, 2015. To His Holiness Pope Francis
I am deeply moved by your encyclical on ecology, Laudato Si. Your leadership gives me and millions of people around the world hope. In these times of urgency and need, calling the world to act can make a difference, and I appreciate you for doing just that.
The encyclical and your moral authority help protect the people and places we love. I stand with you in the belief that climate change is a moral issue. I believe that acting on climate change shows compassion and wisdom. I thank you for sharing this message with the world.
ADD YOUR NAME TO THIS LETTER |
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Thought for the day
In the Judaeo-Christian tradition, the word "creation" has a broader meaning than "nature", for it has to do with God's loving plan in which every creature has its own value and significance. Nature is usually seen as a system which can be studied, understood and controlled, whereas creation can only be understood as a gift from the outstretched hand of the Father of all, and as a reality illuminated by the love which calls us together into universal communion.
Pope Francis
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General Assembly 2015
Green Chalice Scheduled Events:
Birding
Monday, July 20 6:30-8:30 AM
"Consider the Birds; Birds and Faith"- in partnership with the Audubon Society. This is for birders, walkers, and early risers of all ages. We will meet at the Grange Insurance Audubon Center (2.4 miles from the Convention Center) for a prayerful a short walk, listening and watching for birds along the Scioto River. Our time will be guided by a local bird expert, and we will experience a peaceful beginning to our day. Coffee and light snacks available nearby.
Environmental Racism Resolution
Monday, July 20, 1:30-5:30
Attend the General Assembly Business Session Monday afternoon when the Environmental Racism Resolution will be brought forward before the Assembly. Read Resolution GA 1520
Green Reception
Monday July 20, 9-11 PM
Join us for Connecting and Sharing!
Adult Workshops
Tuesday, July 21, 8:45- 10:45 AM
Feeding Christ - We will look at how our eating habits would change if every meal and snack was prepared for Christ. The food we prepare and serve effects our physical health, our spiritual health and the health of the earth. Come and discover how changing our eating habits as individuals, families and congregations can help bring wholeness to our fragmented world. Greater Columbus Convention Center - E160A
Wednesday, July 22, 8:45-10:45 AM
Repairing Creation - Green Chalice congregations are living out their faith by not only caring for creation but by repairing creation. Come and learn what Disciples are doing in their various congregations to mend and improve the earth. From planting trees, gardens, composting, and worms to solar and geothermal energy, to investing in "green" businesses, Disciples are working to leave their corner of the world better than they found them. We will share ideas and programs large and small that can help you and your congregation care and repair your spaces and places. Greater Columbus Convention Center - E161A
Youth Workshops
Monday, July 20, 8:45- 10:45 AM
CYF Group Missional Formation This will be 20 minute conversational workshops with the High School youth as they knit together blankets from plastic shopping bags. The youth and Disciple Women are teaming up to make sleeping mats for our brothers and sisters who are homeless by recycling plastic shopping bags. Make "yarn" ahead of time to support their efforts with directions from this video.
Tuesday, July 21, 1:30-3:00 PM
Chi Rho Listening and Praying in Nature
We will head outside and find God in expected and unexpected places!
Transportation News:
Bring your bicycle or RENT one from COGO- Green Chalice will have $3 off day passes at our booth!
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Rev. Carol Devine Minister for Green Chalice 
Rev. Scott Hardin-Nieri Associate Minister for Green Chalice |
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