Yes to Life - Ruth Valerio
Saying Yes to Life lifts our focus from natural, everyday concerns to issues that are having an impact on millions of lives around the world. As people made in the image of God, we are entrusted to look after what he has created: to share in God’s joy and ingenuity in making a difference for good. Ruth Valerio imaginatively draws on the Days of Creation (Genesis 1) as she relates themes of light, water, land, the seasons, other creatures, humankind, Sabbath rest and resurrection hope to matters of environmental, ethical and social concern.
Foundational to Saying Yes to Life is what it means to be human and, in particular, to be a follower of Jesus. Voices from around the world are heard throughout, and each chapter ends with discussion questions and a prayer to aid action and contemplation.
Special Resources and Videos.
A Christian Guide to Environmental Issues
A Rocha UK’s CEO Andy Atkins has written the forward and there is a story from across the A Rocha family in every chapter.
“A valuable resource to help understand how we can live together for the good of all creation on this one planet with its finite resources. Drawing together in accessible ways scientific evidence, biblical reflection, and practical ideas it will provoke you to better think, act and pray for the renewal of creation,” comments The Rt Revd Graham Usher, Bishop of Norwich, and lead bishop on the environment for the Church of England.
There are also accompanying videos and questions for reflection and discussion, making it suitable for small Church groups as well as individuals.
Time to Act
Written by members and friends of Christian Climate Action, this stimulating resource book sets out the moral and religious case for joining the struggle against climate change. It reflects on the Christian tradition of non-violent direct action, and offers deeply moving testimonies by those engaged in such protests today, along with powerful sermons, prayers, liturgies and other spiritual resources.
A timely, empowering and energizing resource book for Christian climate activists, as well as for those who support and encourage greater responsibility for the environment through their churches.
Includes personal stories from Ruth Jarman (co-founder of Operation Noah) and Phil Kingston (83 year old activist), both founder members of Christian Climate Action.
Now is the time to act! Don’t let it pass you by!
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