Author Archives: Earth & Spirit Center

Driving is the human activity of choice which most adversely affects creation. Our Lenten practice in simplicity this week is to drive less, conscious of protecting God’s creation. We need to reconsider how we get around.

We need clean energy and we need to use it efficiently. Our Lenten practice this week is to use energy more efficiently. Energy is necessary to support life. But coal, gas and oil are limited resources. We need energy to … Continue reading →

Our Lenten practice in simplicity this week is to reconsider our relationship to STUFF. In order to survive, we must consume. But in the United States we are consuming at an unsustainable pace, with damaging consequences for the wellbeing of … Continue reading →

Food is sacramental. Eating is a moral act. Our Lenten practice this week is buying and eating our food responsibly. “Give us today our daily bread.” The daily bread provided by God comes directly from the Earth. The act of … Continue reading →

The challenge of simplicity is to live differently than the standards set by a greedy consumer culture. To begin, try setting purchasing limits that fit with your values, and live within them. Use your buying power to reinforce your faith. … Continue reading →