Welcome to a study of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals. This leader guide is intended to accompany the Second Edition of the “Study and Devotional Guide on the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals.” It is a tool to help introduce groups to these goals and to explore them more deeply with the hope that persons, together and as individuals, may find meaningful ways to engage the goals and take action. In his letter of introduction to the Second Edition, Ryan D. Smith, director of the Presbyterian Ministry at the United Nations, notes that the resource gives us a snapshot into …
In 2015, the United Nations adopted 17 Goals to end poverty, fight inequalities, and mitigate climate change. This Guide outlines all 17 Sustainable Development Goals , relevant efforts by the PC(USA) and our partners to achieve the goals, and includes Biblical reflections from PC(USA) staff to provide scriptural justification for these efforts.
In Advent we wait for the coming of Christ. At Christmas we celebrate Jesus’ birth. Shape your seasonal celebration to be one centered on the true meaning of Christmas. Prepare for the holiday by simplifying life, incorporating prayers, giving alternative gifts and serving sustainable foods. Share the love of Christ with others throughout your life with a living witness this season. Content updated 12/12/2012.
Autumn is a season marked by change. Weather this transitional season with grace by working diligently, celebrating responsibly, sharing the bounty, preparing for winter and incorporating other lifestyle practices from the “Sustainable Autumn Living” guide into your day-to-day life.
This policy statement presents a theological understanding for our activities in the complex world of international economics, touching upon issues of economic justice for all persons, concerns about population, and ecological degradation. It calls for a renewed emphasis on the Reformed norm of frugality and presents the norm of sufficiency, so that all may participate with abundant living in caring communities that are less materialistic and more frugal.