PC(USA) - Electric Stewardship: Plug Into Conservation


	Why are Christians involved in Electric Stewardship?

	Creation is Precious

	God created the earth and all that is in it and declared it good. Wondrous complexity, interdependence and beauty mark God's creation (Genesis 1:1). Human beings are called by God to the task of stewardship — taking care of the earth respectfully for its own sake and for present and future generations that they may live on it and enjoy its fruits (Genesis 2:15).

	Jesus taught us "to let your light shine before others, so that they might see your good works and give glory to your God in heaven" (Matthew 5:16). Many Presbyterian congregations are finding ways to engage in environmental stewardship. Many sessions have promised to engage in environmental ministries through worship, learning and teaching, lifestyles, and community, national, and global involvement. As the 1990 General Assembly affirmed: "Restoring Creation is God's own work in our time…"


			Presbyterian Church policy on stewardship of God's Creation Earth-keeping today means insisting on sustainability — the ongoing capacity of natural and social systems to thrive together — which requires human beings to practice wise, humble, responsible stewardship, after the model of servanthood that we have in Jesus. (202nd General Assembly)

	Energy efficiency and global warming Energy conservation fights global warming by cutting greenhouse gas emissions. About one-third of US emissions come from electricity generated from our homes and buildings. Since 1974, PC(USA) General Assemblies have called for responsible energy consumption and new energy-conscious lifestyles for congregations and church members.



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