Earth Care News

Protecting the Caja del Rio

Solidarity Hour Video

On March 11 Pastor Andrew provided the Solidarity Hour with an incredible presentation on everything from the geography of the Caja del Rio, its Petroglyphs, biodiversity, ongoing threats, and the history of the coalition work to ensure its protection. View the video of this important presentation.

100 NM Leaders Call on Biden

From PCUSA News, Dec 19:

More than 100 New Mexico leaders call on President Biden to designate the Caja del Rio a national monument. More than 100 spiritual, faith, and tribal leaders from across New Mexico sent a letter last week to President Joe Biden, U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, U.S. Interior Secretary Deb Haaland, and the New Mexico congressional delegation calling for the protection of the Caja del Rio as a national monument.

A Poisoned Well Is Forever

PBM Breakfast, Dec 14, 9am

Saturday Dec 14, we welcome Mariel Nanasi, Executive Director and President of New Energy Economy. Mariel left an exciting law practice in Civil Rights, Criminal Law, and Internet Crimes to act as guardian of our energy economy in New Mexico and associated environmental impacts. Her work in this area is renowned.

Give Thanks: Give Back to Nature

Composting is the most sustainable way to handle food scraps. The Creation Care team and EarthKeepers 360 want to help you get started. Pick up free compost bags in the EarthKeepers 360 display case in the Church lobby. Deposit your compost bags in the compost bins found in the church basement. Show your appreciation for our earth by giving back to it.

The Burning Bush

Adult Ed, Apr 28

VIDEO. Is First Presbyterian Church of Santa Fe a responsible steward of God’s creation? In his class, “The Burning Bush—Responsible Stewardship in a World on Fire,” Pastor Andrew helps us look at our environmental footprint and climate shadow as a church and a member of the broader community.

Celebrate Earth Month by Composting

Earth Care Opportunity, April

Interested in composting? You can still pick up your 3 free compost bags in the church lobby. Fill each bag with your kitchen food scraps and deposit it in the compost bins located in the church basement. Learn more about how beneficial composting is for our earth and get started.