why go green?

Two weeks ago was Green Week here at the WDG blog. It was fun, but it wasn't the end of the green speak. Before we go any further, however, let's discuss the Why? factor.

The April issue of Grow focused on a green Church, and closed with an address to the Why? factor. I think they put it pretty succinctly, so I'll just insert a block quote:

Your church can be designed, built, and operated to be energy and resource efficient. All it takes is a willingness to start with a goal, and assembling the right team to make it happen. The result will be a well-designed, functionally efficient building that is a 'living' example of stewardship in action.

Churches are community examples, not only of the ministries the people do, but also of the facilities they have. Church buildings stand for something - the recognition that there is a God of creation, that His people are stewards of the Earth, and that the Church should be a leader and example in all areas of community life.

To put it simply, if we are efficient in the use of our resources, we can be more effective in our ministry endeavors.

Wal-Mart made a huge impact on the national scene by encouraging their customers to make a difference by changing one light bulb. No matter how well-intentioned Wal-Mart is, they shouldn't be the leader in your community when it comes to sustainability issues. So take up the green challenge, and change your world - one light bulb at a time!