Morning Worship 8th November 2018 The cost of our food

Share words of welcome … As you start the day, greet each other. Bible verse for today … I have given all the green plants to all the animals to eat. They will be food for every wild animal, every bird of the air and every small crawling animal.” And it happened. 31 God looked at everything he had made, and it was very good. Evening passed, and morning came. This was the sixth day. From Genesis 1, verse 30 News … This clip shows the environmental and sociological impact of ‘land grabbing’ for the growing of soya in Brazil. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/video_and_audio/must_see/46022184/global-hunger-for-soybeans-destroying-brazil-s-cerrado-savanna

Debate … A growing population needs to be fed, so how can this be achieved with minimal harmful impact on the environment?

A prayer to take with you … Stop – time to reflect … Stop for a minute – think about the debate that you have shared. Think about your response. A prayer to take with you … God, May our stewardship of your wonderful creation, be carried out with wisdom and responsibility, so future generations may continue to enjoy this planet as you intended. Amen Share words of encouragement … Before you leave offer each other encouragement for the day ahead.