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Stewardship of Time

contact@blessedearth.org (Matthew Sleeth) — Mon, 25 Apr 2011 21:11:48 +0000

In this episode Dr. Sleeth and Geoff Maddock discuss the first topic in their Stewardship Podcast Series–TIME. They address such questions as;

What are practical ways we can In a perilous economy which credit card is best is less like money. use our time in a positive way?
How do we remain productive while guarding time to rest?
In what ways do we waste time?
What is God”s perspective on time?

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April 6 – Objections to caring for God’s creation

contact@blessedearth.org (Matthew Sleeth) — Wed, 06 Apr 2011 18:31:04 +0000

In this episode… Matthew and Geoff discuss common reasons that people give for not caring for the environment–from it costs too much, to I”m just 1 of 7 billion people, to we have been given “dominion.” This discussion elaborates on Dr.

Sleeth”s sermon delivered March 27 at the National Cathedral in Washington DC. Click here for Blessed Earth”s 2011 Earth Day resources, including Dr. Sleeth”s National Cathedral message and the forum with Dr. Sleeth, Nancy Sleeth, and Dean Sam Lloyd Listen here Download this podcast through iTunes

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March 23 – Lent, Windows vs. Insulation, Gas Prices

contact@blessedearth.org (Matthew Sleeth) — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 12:56:45 +0000

In this episode…

Ideas for Lent, and how giving up some things is both good for our soul and the environment
Adding insulation vs. replacing windows
A reflection on rising gas prices and the resulting impact on people and God’s creation

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March 17 – Nuclear Power

contact@blessedearth.org (Matthew Sleeth) — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 13:51:06 +0000

In this timely episode, Dr. Matthew Sleeth and Geoff Maddock discuss the pro’s and con’s of nuclear energy, and ask the question, “What would Jesus do about nuclear power?”

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To donate to the United Methodist Committee on Relief, click here.
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March 1 – Gleaning, Air Filters & Mountaintop Removal

contact@blessedearth.org (Matthew Sleeth) — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 20:31:27 +0000

In this episode…

The Biblical concept of “gleaning” and possible applications to our lives today
Dr. Sleeth’s very romantic Valentine’s Day gift to Nancy of a reusable air filter for the family furnace
The problems with mountaintop removal and practical, easy, non-controversial tips that everyone can do to reduce this destructive practice

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