The Episcopal Ecological Network (EpEN)

On the Topic of Environmental Stewardship

Resolution A040
NOTE: Resolution died with adjournment.

On the Topic of Environmental Stewardship
(original text)

Resolved, the House of Bishops concurring, That the 72nd General Convention of the Episcopal Church, recognizing that as a Church we have more work to do to become a Church which honors the earth and the created order, continue the mandate of the Church of environmental stewardship through the Environmental Stewardship Subcommittee of the Justice, Peace and Integrity of Creation Committee of the Executive Council; and be it further

Resolved, That the focus of this subcommittee will be: "to educate, motivate and facilitate congregations, dioceses, and provinces toward local and regional plans, advocacy, and action."

Author: The Executive Council: Justice, Peace, and the Integrity of Creation Committee

Status: This resolution was amended and passed the House of Deputies but was not acted on by the House of Bishops prior to adjournment.

Source: Archives of the Episcopal Church

The EpEN is a national network of active lay and clergy persons within the Episcopal Church, USA, who share a common concern for the environment and a common belief in the presence of God in all Creation and who work to make these concerns and beliefs known throughout all Provinces and Dioceses within the church. Members come from around the Episcopal Church USA. The activities of the EpEN are focused on the areas of Reflection, Education, and Action.

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