Our Mission
The Care for Creation Network is called to make peace between people and the rest of God’s creation. In partnership with the congregations of the Northeastern Iowa Synod, we:
- Affirm that care for creation is central to the life of God’s people.
- Encourage worship that celebrates God’s creation.
- Advocate education promoting understanding and stewardship of God’s earth.
- Practice good earth citizenship.
- Model disciplined and fruitful community lifestyle.
‘Earth’s Climate Crisis’ Social Message
The ELCA has adopted a social message about climate care entitled “Earth’s Climate Crisis.” Visit the ELCA Climate Care page to read more about the social message
Upcoming Events
Care for Creation Network
October 3 @ 4:30 pm
Resources
‘Earth’s Climate Crisis’ Study Guide 178 KB 904 downloads
A study guide for the ELCA’s “Earth’s Climate Crisis” social message …
Tips to Reduce Single Use Plastic 104 KB 911 downloads
Tips to reduce the use of single use plastics …
Recommended Reading List from Care for Creation 251 KB 1185 downloads
A list of recommended reading on environmental-related topics …
Become a ‘Certified Cool Congregation’ 190 KB 821 downloads
The Cool Congregations program helps faith communities reduce their carbon emissions …Latest News
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Learn about the ‘Earth’s Climate Crisis’ social message in July 18 Zoom
A study of the ELCA social message “Earth’s Climate Crisis” will be offered online Tuesday, July 18, at 6:30 p.m. via Zoom. Carla Janssen, a member of Redeemer Lutheran in […]
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Give input on a climate care social message through Dec. 2
The public is invited to give feedback on the draft of a social message on “Earth’s Climate Crisis.” The November 2021 ELCA Church Council authorized the development of an ELCA […]
