Natural Environments: Faith in Action at Holy Family Church

Ever notice how a walk in the park can feel like a quiet prayer? At Holy Family Catholic Church we think nature is God’s notebook, and we love writing in it together. Our community groups, youth clubs, and volunteers treat the outdoors as a place to grow faith, friendships, and a healthier planet.

What We Do for the Earth

Every spring we organize a tree‑planting day on the church grounds. Kids from the school club dig, water, and learn why each sapling matters for clean air and shade during our Friday masses. After the service, we share simple tips from the latest environmental reports – like the one that says climate change tops all other threats in 2025 – so everyone knows the bigger picture.

Our garden isn’t just for pretty flowers. It supplies fresh produce for the parish soup kitchen and teaches the three ecological groups – producers, consumers, and decomposers – in a hands‑on way. Volunteers rotate shifts, learning how compost helps break down waste and feed the soil, a lesson that sticks long after the season ends.

We also partner with the big environmental charities. When Greenpeace launches a new campaign, we host a talk night where members can ask questions and find out how to support the cause locally. It’s a low‑key way to link global action with neighborhood impact.

How You Can Join In

Ready to roll up your sleeves? Sign up for our monthly clean‑up crew. We meet at the church parking lot, grab gloves, and head to the nearby river trail. It takes less than an hour, and the difference shows up instantly – clearer water, fewer litter piles, happier walkers.

If you have a green thumb, consider joining the garden committee. No experience needed; we share tools, seeds, and a lot of laughs. Plus, you get to take home a basket of veggies for your family.

Don’t forget the youth groups. They run a “Eco‑Champions” badge program that rewards kids for simple acts like turning off lights, recycling correctly, or biking to school. The badge is a fun reminder that small steps add up.

Finally, spread the word. Talk about our projects at work, school, or on social media. When more people hear about a church that cares for both souls and soils, the ripple effect can reach the whole neighborhood.

Natural environments are a gift, and caring for them is a way we live out our faith every day. Whether you plant a tree, pick up trash, or simply enjoy a Sunday stroll, you’re part of a community that respects God’s creation. Join us – the earth (and the parish) will thank you.

Gareth Sheffield

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