This is a beautiful ritual. /1
Far too often, we see the natural world only as resources to be extracted for our use, not divinely created in their own right—worthy of honor, thanks and care. /2
And that means creating new spiritual and intellectual frameworks by which we understand and relate to the plants and animals with whom we share the planet. /3
We must birth new theology, new liturgy to heal and sow, replacing ones that reap and destroy. /4
We couldn't be prouder to participate in this work. /5
And that's exactly the point. We don't just need new wine, we need new wineskins. /6
Because plants aren't capable of verbal response, does that mean we shouldn't engage with them? /8
Do I treat plants and animals as divinely created beings?
What harm do I cause without thinking?
How can I enter into new relationship with the natural world? /9
We must lean into this discomfort; God waits for us there. /10
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