What is the main purpose of EcoPreacher 1-2-3 resources?

The main purpose of EcoPreacher 1-2-3 resources is to encourage clergy to preach and teach about Christian ecology at least once a month by providing short, accessible sermon preparation tools that are rooted in biblical teachings.

How does EcoPreacher 1-2-3 help in sermon preparation?

EcoPreacher 1-2-3 offers an eco-exegesis of Hebrew texts from the Revised Common Lectionary, along with an eco idea, eco questions for deeper reflection, and eco actions to inspire congregation participation, making sermon preparation adaptable and relevant.

Who developed the EcoPreacher 1-2-3 resource and what is its foundation?

The EcoPreacher 1-2-3 resource was developed by the Interfaith Center for Sustainable Development and the Rev. Dr. Leah Schade, drawing from the Eco Bible, a Jewish ecological commentary on the Hebrew Scriptures.

In what ways can EcoPreacher 1-2-3 be utilized by preachers?

Preachers can use EcoPreacher 1-2-3 to adapt sermon ideas to their own context, spark ideas for sermon preparation, incorporate eco-friendly actions, and make their preaching more courageous, creative, and relevant to environmental issues.

How can someone access future EcoPreacher 1-2-3 resources?

Individuals can sign up to receive future EcoPreacher 1-2-3 resources by clicking the provided sign-up button on the resource's webpage and entering their email address.

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In an effort to encourage clergy to preach and teach on Christian ecology at least once a month, the Interfaith Center for Sustainable Development and the Rev. Dr. Leah Schade have partnered to develop a new free resource called EcoPreacher 1-2-3. Drawing from Eco Bible, a Jewish ecological commentary on the Hebrew Scriptures, Dr. Schade, author of Creation-Crisis Preaching: Ecology, Theology and the Pulpit (Chalice Press, 2015), provides sermon preparation for preaching about caring for God’s Creation that is short, accessible, and based on a solid biblical foundation.

EcoPreacher 1-2-3 offers a brief “eco-exegesis” for interpreting a Hebrew text from the Revised Common Lectionary for that Sunday. This is followed by one “eco idea” for the basis of the sermon, two “eco questions” to go deeper, and three “eco actions” to choose from to help a congregation put their faith into action. With this resource, preachers can use the sermon ideas in their own context and make it relevant for their congregation.