Why I cut down a tree for Earth Day
It seems ironic at best to be cutting down a tree for Earth Day. However, I’m taking that tree (a sapling) to into town for Saturday’s Halifax Earth Day Extravaganza, along with some clothespins. It’s a tree on which to pin some prayers. I hope you’ll come by my table and pin up your own prayer for Creation– in gratitude, in hope, etc. –and see what others are posting.
I’m aware that to some, Earth Day is suspect. Some believe environmentalism goes too far, making a god of the earth. To me, however, it’s an occasion to praise God for the Creation that sustains and blesses me, and to consider my responsibility in enjoying it respectfully rather than recklessly. Most of us can agree on this.
So come on out to the Halifax Earth Day Extravaganza at the Halifax Farmers’ Market this Saturday, April 24 from 10 til mid-afternoon. I’ll be indoors so come rain or shine. Enjoy demonstrations, kids’ activities, food, and entertainment. You’ll be in good company with Convergence Art Guild, the Beekeepers , Master Gardeners, Carlbrook School, the Improvement Council, the Town of Halifax, and Pick-A-Pine Plantation. I’ll be there with inspiration on faith & the earth. I hope you’ll come by, say hello, pin up your prayer and enjoy the event.
The earth is the Lord’s and all that is in it…. -Psalm 24