Creation Care at Trinity
The Lord God took the man and put him in the Garden of Eden to work it and take care of it.
Genesis 2;15
“As we respond to the environment crises of our time and the consequences of climate change, it is our work: establishing the unity of prayer and action as a sacred calling of people of faith.”
The Los Angeles Episcopal Diocese Commission on Climate Change
July- A Month of Educational Opportunities Hosted by Trinity Creation Care Group
by Linda Apmadoc
The Ernest Siva visit is but a memory now. Close to 70 people gathered at Ernest and June Siva’s knee to hear what ended up being a love story; the relationship of the well degreed music professor and his Doctor of Biology wife and their dedication to protect the culture and language of the Serrano people at the Dorothy Ramon Culture Center in Banning. Despite the lack of what we had advertised as the history of 1000 years in the Santa Ana watershed since one cannot dictate to an 89-year-old elder, Trinity and guests sat in respectful rapt attention. For this I personally say thank you.
The salad luncheon table was heavy laden thanks to contributions from Karen Riesz, Cheryl diPretoro, Neil Hartschuh, Nancy Rogers, Judith Hunt, and the senior Pendelton’s.
And our guests from UCC, All Saints Riverside, First Lutheran, and The Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter-Day Saints were warmly welcomed into the fold. A special presence was our mayor and wife, Mario and Maria Saucedo. More about Mario at the end of this article.
The program featuring Dick Corneille and Betsy Miller from the San Bernardino County Water District Conservancy covering present day water, plant and animal conditions happens at the time of this printing and will be reviewed in next month’s edition. AND because of the Saucedo attendance, I was able to ask Mario if he would be willing to be part of our continued Resilience study in August to which he immediately agreed. I have asked for him to cover data centers, warehouses, the homeless situation, and ICE presence in Redlands. I have also sent a letter to Pete Aguilar hoping he is in town over his August vacation.
The August meetings will return to 9:00 between services BUT 10:00 o’clockers are welcome to come to church an hour early to meet our special guest presenters.
Creation Care will host Movie night for families somewhere during the month to see “WALL-E”.
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Creation Care Tip of the MonthThe heat has arrived! Reducing our energy needs helps the earth and reduces our energy bills. Here are some simple tips to keep your home cool:
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Use your microwave instead of your oven: microwaves consume up to 50% less energy than conventional ovens.
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Keep blinds and drapes closed on windows that face South and West.
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Change the temperature on your thermostat and water heater before you leave on a trip.
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Use clotheslines and drying racks instead of your dryer.
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Routinely replace or clean HVAC filters (every 1-3 months) to ensure optimal airflow.
Stay cool!
Karen Riesz
Our Purpose
The Trinity Creation Care Group, in partnership with the Los Angeles Diocese, mobilizes individuals and our parish to take meaningful action on climate change and environmental stewardship fostering creation care within our church and throughout the greater Redlands Community.
Objectives
1. Provide Education
2. Encourage Trinity involvement in city-wide climate care groups and their initiatives
3. Take action to implement and support climate solutions
