Tending to Eden: Environmental Stewardship for God's People

By Scott C. Sabin and Brian D. McLaren

Book Overview

Written by Scott Sabin, executive director of Plant With Purpose, a Christian relief and development agency, Tending to Eden is an invaluable resource for environmentally conscious congregations and community groups. In this practical guide for creation care, Sabin offers: Theological foundations for environmental stewardshipA global perspectivePractical strategies and case studies addressing: o Sustainable agriculture and forestryo Creating enterprise (micro-credit, micro-finance, and micro-enterprise)o Empowering the poorSidebars by leading voices in the Christian church who are passionate about environmental stewardship, including: Calvin DeWitt, Tony Campolo, JoAnne Lyon, Rusty Pritchard, Matthew Sleeth, Leroy Barber, Robert Linthicum, and Paul Robinson.The book also includes a comprehensive Bible study and study guide for small-group use. With the holistic tools provided in this innovative and practical resource, churches and organizations can transform lives, communities, and ministries.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0817015728
• ISBN13: 9780817015725
• Release Date: February 2010
• Publisher: Judson Press
• Length: 176 Pages
• Weight: 0.82 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.4" x 8.4"