Making Disciples Creative Stewards in collaboration with GreenFaith.org Church of the Ascension Seattle, WA.

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Making Disciples Creative Stewards in collaboration with GreenFaith.org Church of the Ascension Seattle, WA

Church of the Ascension Starting point : All electric facility; 11,600 sq. ft. Partially renovated physical plant; installation of programmable thermostats, energy efficient lighting, low flow toilets; completed in 2011 No Green Team Composting of garden waste Recycling of clean paper, cans and glass Certification start date January 2012

Stewardship Waste processing From paper to ceramics Classes and resources CSA drop off Recycled glass mosaics class Bike to Church

Spirit Eucharist in the Park Confirmation Class on Hood Canal Easter Vigil Ecumenical Eucharist Friday Night Films Interfaith Collaboration

Justice Local Duwamish River Eco-justice & Racism Legislation: Toxic-free Kids Act Water for the World Act legislation advocacy Regional International Harvest for local Food Bank

Highlights of Certification Process to date: Total kWh Energy use Jan 2010 – through Jun 2013

Increased understanding of Biblical imperative for Creation care Eco-theological formation for all ages “Environmental Justice” becoming part of lexicon Formation of Green Team & Dishwashing Team Curbside composting of kitchen & garden waste, recycling of paper, cans, glass and plastics Use of 100% recycled paper in all publications Decrease in total kWhr used Ecumenical and Interfaith Partnerships Highlights of Certification Process to date:

Elements of Success Education: theological foundation Partnership: ecumenical and interfaith Action: learning by doing; building on church’s spiritual gifts (e.g., outreach efforts focus on food and water) Support: collaboration and resources from Green Faith