Season-by-season photos by Beryl, as she's stewarded the car-park on Sunday mornings
In January 2020, we were delighted to welcome John Smith from St Bridget's, to share his church's experience of becoming an Eco-Church. In 2006, our friends at St Bridget's were the first Anglican Church in the Diocese of Chester to receive an Eco-congregation award. Those who attended the meeting with John were inspired to look into whether West Kirby URC could also join the Eco-Church network, so that we could learn and share more about caring for God's creation, and also join in unity with other churches pursuing Eco-Church, as encouraged by Churches Together in West Kirby.
After some research, it was agreed unanimously at the Church Meeting in March that West Kirby URC should aim to attain the Silver Award during the course of this year. This will involve us using the Eco-Church survey and resources to equip the church in:
A Rocha write, "Our vision is for churches of all denominations to care for creation as an integral part of loving their neighbours and following God faithfully". Help us bring that vision to reality by participating in Eco Church. There will be more information about what we're planning and how you could get involved appearing on this page soon, or you can visit the Eco-Church website here.
After some research, it was agreed unanimously at the Church Meeting in March that West Kirby URC should aim to attain the Silver Award during the course of this year. This will involve us using the Eco-Church survey and resources to equip the church in:
- expressing care for God’s world in worship and teaching.
- looking after our buildings and land.
- engaging with both local community and global campaigns.
- being more eco-aware in our personal lifestyles.
A Rocha write, "Our vision is for churches of all denominations to care for creation as an integral part of loving their neighbours and following God faithfully". Help us bring that vision to reality by participating in Eco Church. There will be more information about what we're planning and how you could get involved appearing on this page soon, or you can visit the Eco-Church website here.
