BeFriending Creation
I do not belong to a Quaker community but learned of your publication a few years ago and sent a contribution. I am increasing my contribution with the enclosed check, and you can count on a contribution yearly as long as I am able.
QEW gives me hope in a world where things look dismal at the moment.
—Marjorie Snigel
Rockville, Md.
On behalf of the general population of our facility, we would like to thank you for your wonderful contribution to the educational, spiritual, and religious path of all of us here. This has been an excellent addition to the expansion of our library.
—Chaplain Richard Torres
Warner Creek Correctional Facility
Lakeview, Ore.
[The above letter was sent to QEW after we responded to a request for library materials about Earthcare from the Oregon Department of Corrections. We welcome tips from BeFriending Creation readers on other institutions that may be interested in using QEW publications.]
Gifts to QEW honor supporter's birthday
QEW recently received a number of generous donations from friends of QEW supporter Carole Hoage of Silver Spring, Md., who had suggested charitable donations in lieu of personal gifts in honor of her 60th birthday. Thanks and happy birthday, Carole!
This is a good example of the many creative ways that Friends have found to support QEW—from Monteverde coffee sales to donation of appreciated stock. For more ideas on how to support QEW financially, go to <www.quakerearthcare.org>.
Sale! Now only $5.00*
Population Is People A Friends Perspective
Edited by Stan Becker, Louis Cox, and Lisa Gould
ISBN 1881083-06-3, 216 pp., $5.00 + $3.50 S&H
BETWEEN 1950 and 2004 human population exploded from 2.5 billion to 6.4 billion.
In Population Is People, 23 Friends draw on their professional, academic, or life experiences as they reflect on a wide range of social and ecological issues that are affected by rapid population growth.
The emphasis is on compassion, understanding, and responsible sharing of world resources as we work together toward population stabilization and well-being for everyone. Copies may be ordered
directly from the QEW office.
*while supplies last
Earthcare for Friends
A Study Guide for Individuals and Faith Communities
THIS 270-PAGE, 18-unit study guide is designed to help Friends understand:
- Specific ways that human activities have been despoiling the Earth, God's creation, and how this damage is intensified by today's materialistic culture.
- Different ways of living and thinking that can bring harmony among humans and between humans and the natural world.
- Why stewardship—living in ways that protect the health of the earth—is necessary for a vital relationship with God and with others.
- What the Bible, Christian tradition, and Quaker tradition teach about care for the Earth and its inhabitants.
- How Earthcare is a natural expression of the historic Quaker testimonies of peace, equality, justice, simplicity, and integrity.
- The remarkable convergence of modern science and faith traditions in understanding that all things are ultimately interconnected.
Earthcare for Friends provides practical adult education materials, including:
- Thought-provoking articles and practical steps that can be taken as individuals and faith communities.
- Helpful questions and queries for reflection and discussion.
- Sources of inspiration—songs, scripture, prayers, sample sermons, and responsive readings.
- Earthcare resources—books, websites, organizations, videos, etc.
- Activities to illustrate basic ecological issues and help us see where to focus our energies.
Available from the Quaker Earthcare Witness office, for $18.00 US plus $4.50 postage and handling. ($1.08 tax added for Vermont residents.)
