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“Tilling the ground” – no engagement yet“Planting seeds” - just getting started with educating and raising awareness“Sprouting” - at least one effort or event within the congregation“Blooming” – ongoing and significant engagement in the congregation and community“Fruiting” – we’re teaching other congregations how to do this work

Creation-centered worship service (Earth Day, Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, Season Creation, etc.)Creation-care or "green" team / committee / task forceSermon series (Season of Creation, nature themes in Scripture, etc.)Educational event or series about Creation, climate, or environmental justiceIntentional community engagement with nature (hikes, camping, etc.)Community gardenEnergy efficient upgrades or renovationsLocal waterway or land clean-upOngoing study group engaging ecotheology, advocacy, "green" scripture studies, etc.Participate in marches or public actions on behalf of climate or local environmental issueNone of the aboveOther (please specify)

We commit to bring a team of four to this retreat, including the lead pastor (or functional equivalent).

We commit to participating in the community of practice as a congregation after the retreat.

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