Creation in Community - Faith and the Environment
Fretheim sees extraordinary interdependence in the creation account of Genesis 1 and 2. God shares creative powers ("let the earth bring forth"). God involves others in the creative process and chooses to act in genuinely interdependent ways. God creates with a divine council ("let us make"). We can learn different ways of caring for the environment from this creative and relational God. Read more...Responses
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Creation on the Cross: Resources for Action and Reflection
From This Point Onward is an educational resource section which will appear in every issue of this journal. We hope the resources will be useful in guiding further reflection and discussion on the topics addressed in the journal. For this issue, Creation On the Cross, we offer three lesson plans and an annotated bibliography.Going Green
"Going Green" has become the latest trend in all aspects of life. We are more concerned than ever about energy usage and global warming, recycling and renewable resources. Our articles in this issue of @This Point certainly address these present realities, but ground our action toward environmental justice in the Bible and our Christian life together.
You will find here differences of opinion about the role of God in creation and practical resources for congregational engagement on this topic. Our writers come from the fields of biblical studies, theology, worship, and education. Each provides a particular lens on the world. It is our hope that adult classes will be stirred to discussion and action on behalf of God's creation.
Kathy Dawson
@ this point co-editor
