First Immanuel Lutheran Church
A welcoming community centered in Christ’s love, joyfully reaching out together
1816 NW Irving Street, Portland OR 97209
503-226-3659
Email: office@firstimmanuelluth.org
A welcoming community centered in Christ’s love, joyfully reaching out together
1816 NW Irving Street, Portland OR 97209
503-
CHOICES FOR SUSTAINABLE LIVING
a 9-week discussion
a 9-
Monday evenings, starting April 14, 7―8 p.m.
in Sodergren Lounge
Do you care about the earth? Want to live in a way that supports the earth’s wellbeing? Come explore the meaning of sustainable living and consider the ties between our lifestyle choices and their impact on the earth.
The goal is to provide an enjoyable, supportive setting where people can examine personal values and habits, engage in stimulating discussion, and make personal changes if desired. We’ll be using a popular course from the Portland-based Northwest Earth Institute with short essays on weekly themes. The first meeting is led by an experienced Earth Institute volunteer, and after that group members lead the conversations. The course is free, with an $18 book charge for those able to pay.
The goal is to provide an enjoyable, supportive setting where people can examine personal values and habits, engage in stimulating discussion, and make personal changes if desired. We’ll be using a popular course from the Portland-
Why not come to the introductory session on Monday, April 14 and see if this is for you? Or if you’re sold already, invite a friend. Questions? Please contact Pastor Melinda (pastormelinda@firstimmanuelluth.org, 503/226-3659).
Apr. 14: Introductory session with Northwest Earth Institute
leader―Come see if this is for you!?
May 5: Sustainable Food―How can we lessen our impact on the earth through conscious choices about how we eat?
May 12: Sustainable Buying―How can we purchase only what we truly need, from the most sustainable sources?
May 19: Sustainable Communities―Change only happens when people take action together. How can your community work toward being sustainable?
June 2: Sustainable Business and Economy―How can we encourage businesses to adopt sustainable practices and perspectives?
June 9: Visions of Sustainability―Our choices today shape the world of tomorrow. What are possible outcomes, and how
can we create the most sustainable society for ourselves and our children?
June 16: Celebration & Conclusion
“I find that I think about things more―things I buy, things I eat, things I throw out. I see a much larger picture now, and I realize more than ever that I am a very important part of that picture.”
May 12: Sustainable Buying―How can we purchase only what we truly need, from the most sustainable sources?
May 19: Sustainable Communities―Change only happens when people take action together. How can your community work toward being sustainable?
June 2: Sustainable Business and Economy―How can we encourage businesses to adopt sustainable practices and perspectives?
June 9: Visions of Sustainability―Our choices today shape the world of tomorrow. What are possible outcomes, and how
can we create the most sustainable society for ourselves and our children?
June 16: Celebration & Conclusion
“I find that I think about things more―things I buy, things I eat, things I throw out. I see a much larger picture now, and I realize more than ever that I am a very important part of that picture.”
―former course participant
