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Abundance
When they were satisfied, He told his disciples,
‘Gather up the fragments left over, so that nothing
may be lost.’ John 6:12
It is He who produceth gardens with trellises and without and dates and tilth with produce
of all kinds and olives and pomegranates [in kind] and different [in variety]; eat of their
fruit in season but render the dues that are proper on the day that the harvest is gathered.
But waste not by excess: for Allah loveth not the wasters. Qu’ran 31:10
Introduction
The Earth is just teeming with life! Everywhere we look, under our feet and over our
heads, we can see and marvel at just how abundant are God’s gifts. Sometimes these gifts
– of air, water, soil, other species - can seem so limitless, that we forget that they are not.
But just as we require rest and nourishment, so does the Earth and the life that dwells
upon it. Just as we need clean water to drink, clean air to breathe, and clean soil in which
to grow our food, so does everything else on our planet, from the smallest organism to
the largest elephant. There are things we can do – and things we can refrain from doing –
to replenish ourselves and the Earth, so that all stay healthy. We can consume fewer
material goods, and reuse and recycle those that we must use. We can make sure not to
litter or pour chemicals into our water or pollute our air. We can grow our food without
pesticides and weed killers that damage the soil. And we can slow down a little and give
ourselves and the Earth a break, at least once a week, when we observe our days of rest.
In doing all of these things, we can help to renew our beautiful planet.
Outline
Prayer Prayer for Renewal of the Earth
Song There’s No Such Thing as Away! by John Pitney
Craft Juice Lid Wind Chimes
Game Recycling Round-Up
Snack Fruit Sushi
Activity Soil Layers and Erosion
Meal Vegetable Wraps
Activity Worm Composting in a Tennis Ball Can
Storytime Compost Stew: An A to Z recipe for the Earth by Mary McKenna
Siddals OR The Cloud Spinner by Michael Catchpool
Answer:
Earth The blue planet
Earth is the third planet from the Sun and the only astronomical object known to harbor life
Earth rotates about its axis 366.256 times, that is, a sidereal year has 366.256 sidereal days
About 29% of Earth's surface is land consisting of continents and islands. The remaining 71% is covered with water, mostly by oceans but also lakes, rivers and other fresh water, which all together constitute the hydrosphere
Earth's human population reached approximately seven billion on 31 October 2011.Projections indicate that the world's human population will reach 9.2 billion in 2050. Most of the growth is expected to take place in developing nations. Human population density varies widely around the world, but a majority live in Asia.
Greenhouse gas emissions are rising, scientists’ extreme weather predictions appear to be coming true, the air in our cities is becoming dangerous, groundwater is getting scarce, ocean health and fish stocks are declining, forests and natural habitats are being destroyed, plastic in our ocean is out of control and researchers warn that a “biological annihilation” of wildlife means a human-driven sixth mass extinction event is underway.
✓Earth day
Earth Day is a name used for two similar global observances. While some people celebrate Earth Day around the time of the March Equinox, others observe the occasion on April 22 each yearThe April 22 Earth Day is usually celebrated with outdoor performances, where individuals or groups perform acts of service to Earth. Typical ways of observing Earth Day include planting trees, picking up roadside trash, conducting various programs for recycling and conservation, and using recyclable containers for snacks and lunches. Some people are encouraged to sign petitions to governments, calling for stronger or immediate action to stop global warming and to reverse environmental destruction. Television stations frequently air programs dealing with environmental issues
The April 22 Earth Day, founded by Senator Gaylord Nelson, was first organized in 1970 to promote ecology and respect for life on the planet as well as to encourage awareness of the growing problems of air, water, and soil pollution
✓ Save earth
Reduce, reuse, and recycle. Cut down on what you throw away.
Volunteer. Volunteer for cleanups in your community.
Educate.
Conserve water.
Choose sustainable.
Shop wisely.
Use long-lasting light bulbs.
Plant a tree.
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