Public witness

Eco-justice/environmental ministries
Green events resources

Web sites on organizing green events

· How to plan a sustainable event (Sustainable Communities Network)
· Green event planning resources (EcoSpeakers.com)
· EPA Green Meetings (also, Event Nuts and Bolts)
· For meeting planners (BlueGreen meetings)
· Green Mary: For zero-waste events
· Waste reduction tips for a green conference or event (Oregon resource)
· Waste prevention and reduction tips for a green conference or event (Vermont resource)

Disciples resolution supporting green events

0122 Concerning "Green" Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) events(PDF)

Books

· Greening Congregations Handbook
Link to Earth Ministry overview of book and purchase information
Copyright Earth Ministry

· Green Event Planning Guide
Booklet published by Bridging the Gap · (816) 561-1087
Many resources related to Kansas City area, but applicable to your area. Contact organization for pricing.

· Green Guidance: How to Plan Environmentally Responsible Events
Office of Environmental Justice · Women's Division
The United Methodist Church · (800) 305-9857
Order number: 2951, $6 each

· Your Health and the Environment: A Study/Action Guide for Congregations
by Shantilal P. Bhagat
The Eco-Justice Working Group, National Council of Churches of Christ in the USA · (800) 762-0968
Order number EJ-9780, $7.50

· 101 Ways to Help Save the Earth with 52 weeks of congregational activities to save the earth
The Greenhouse Crisis Foundation and the Eco-Justice Working Group, National Council of Churches of Christ in the USA · (800) 762-0968

· Simpler Living Compassionate Life: a Christian perspective
edited and compiled by Michael Schut
ISBN 1-889108-62-6
Copyright Earth Ministry

· Handbook for Creation Awareness and Care in Your Congregation
by Tanya Becker
Copyright Earth Ministry

Printed resources

· Environmental Justice Resources List
published by the National Council of Churches of Christ
Free, complete online form here

· Alverna Covenant Cards
published by Disciples Home Missions
Free, complete online form here