Love the Earth and Be Healed
Author: Produced by the United Methodist Communications Office. This series of six videos (about twenty-five minutes each) examines real-life case studies and includes reflections from some of the most articulate voices within the field of eco-theology: Sallie McFague, John Cobb, Cal DeWitt, and Jay McDaniel. To order, call (800) 967-0880.
Author/Publisher: Produced by the United Methodist Communications Office.
This series of six videos (about twenty-five minutes each) examines real-life case studies and includes reflections from some of the most articulate voices within the field of eco-theology: Sallie McFague, John Cobb, Cal DeWitt, and Jay McDaniel.
Catalog #: VEM 080 Production: VHS. 6 tapes, 24-28 min.
Format: Educational Audience: General
VEM 080-1: Facing our Dilemmas. A story of a major oil company's efforts to be environmentally responsible introduces the problem of dilemmas. Theologians and other thinkers reflect on dilemmas we all face and how we deal with them.
VEM 080-2: In This Web Together. This program looks at an organic farm and the relationship the farmer feels with the land. It moves to an exploration of how each of us is connected to the rest of creation.
VEM 080-3: How Much is Enough? The Rocky Mountain Institute's mission is to work for the efficient use of resources as a path to environmental security. Their very practical story is followed by thoughts on limits and the spiritual cost of consumerism.
VEM 080-4: Loving Nature. A congregation in Montana is working to save the Sweetgrass Hills from the devastation of modern gold mining. The love of nature that underlies their efforts is the subject of the reflections that follow, including whether we can love nature without worshiping it.
VEM 080-5: Not in Anybody's Backyard! A Wisconsin community's discovery of toxic waste in their water system is followed by reflections on environmental justice. Though the poor and powerless are most at risk, this danger confronts us all. But there is hope in the Earth's capacity to heal itself and in our recovery of spiritual bonds with the Earth.
VEM 080-6: Celebrating the Earth. A soliloquy of loving animals along with thoughts about what the church can do leads into a visit to a "green" cathedral for a joyous celebration of creation. This program provides a culmination of the series and becomes a celebration for us all.
