Eco-Journey is the blog of the Environmental Ministries Office of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). It includes a wide array of environmental topics: upcoming environmental events, links to interesting articles and studies, information on environmental advocacy, eco-theology topics, and success stories from churches that are going “green.”
Author Rebecca Barnes is the Associate for Environmental Ministries at the PC(USA). She is a graduate of Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary with an MDiv and Master of Arts in Religion (MAR) dual degree.
The summer season will soon be upon us, which means sunshine, warmth and, for many, a vacation. There are many who will spend over $1,000 per person on their summer travel plans. For those attempting to live with a smaller economic and ecological footprint, there are many ways to have a great summer while being more intentional about the ways we spend resources.
You can have a great time in your own city or region. A few nights camping in your own backyard can change the way you experience your own space. Check out your local bureau of tourism …
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A celebration is called for! Summer is starting across the country and thousands of our passionate young adults are embarking on a life changing summer living in Christian community. This opportunity to teach and share their faith with campers, as well as live intentionally with other committed Christian leaders will transform them in ways they can’t even imagine.