"In these challenging times,it is especially important to consider our spiritual
connection with natureand how that relationship nurtures and sustains us as we seek
to heal the brokenness of the world. We are not called by an external authority, but
by an increased attention to our own inner truth. A healthy Earth-based spirituality
is a way to be fully at home in our lives and on this earth. A strong spirit helps us
to weather the storms of life. For many, that spirit is nurtured by an intimate
connection with nature." ~ Green Sanctuary Program Manual
I pledge allegiance to the earth and all life:
the fields and streams, the mountains and seas,
the forests and deserts, the air and soil,
all species and reserves, habitats and environments;
one world, one creation, one home, indivisible for all,
affected by pollution anywhere, depleted by any waste,
endangered by greedy consumption, degradation by faithlessness;
preserved by recycling, conservation, and reverence,
the great gift renewed for all generations to come.
protected, preserved by reducing, reusing, recycling.
With conservation and reverence,
the great gift renewed for all generations to come.
~ Vern Barnet
Copyright: The author has given Unitarian Universalist Association member congregations permission
to reprint this piece for use in public worship. Any reprints must acknowledge the name of the author.
The UUA website has a specific subsite called the "Worship Web" where worship ideas are shared.
There is limited information on UU environmental/ecologolical worship resources.
This is a wonderful UU course developed by Elizabeth Fisher and company that explores the feminine in a wide
variety of earth-based traditions. The course incorporates any number of rituals, craft projects
and music scores. Highly recommended for all UUs.
Upcoming Events
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Earth Music Gallery
This page contains information on UU and local artists whose work
reflects a respect for the Earth and concern for environmental issues. Click here to
enter the music site.
Watch below as Peter Mayer performs his song (truly one of BUF's favorites!) "Blue Boat Home". Video created by Scott
McNeill.
Earth Art Gallery
Under Construction.
Worship and celebration of the Earth can take very many forms and is very personal for many of us. Not only
is the environment a social, economic and political issue that is very public, but it is also a very private
and spiritual path for many as well. Some of us celebrate by attending sermons, sit-ins and other public
events, some of us choose to express our feelings for the Earth through charcoal, photography, ceramics,
oils/acrylics/watercolors, fabric and other mediums.
