EcoPreacher - Page 4 of 21 - Exploring environmental issues, the church, and politics from a faith perspective.

Did Peter Ever Contemplate the Judas Path? Suicide, Church & Breakfast on the Beach

May 5, 2019 By Leah D. Schade

The church needs to talk about suicide. The contrasting stories of Peter and Judas give us a way to open the conversation. Read more

The Proximity of Hope: An Easter Sermon

April 21, 2019 By Leah D. Schade

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In the midst of black holes, burning churches, and political corruption, how can Easter put us in the proximity of hope? Read more

Impeach Trump To Send Russia a Clear Message: Not on Our Watch!

April 19, 2019 By Leah D. Schade

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If Congress wants to send a message to Russia – or any other entity that seeks to undermine and disrupt democracy – then the most obvious way to do this is to impeach Donald Trump. Read more

The Making of a Preacher by Marvin A. McMickle: Book Review

April 12, 2019 By Leah D. Schade

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Marvin A. McMickle has gifted preachers with a volume that will serve both early-career ministers as well as those further along their paths of ministry. Read more

Turning Earth into Golgotha – We Need an Eco-Resurrection

April 5, 2019 By Leah D. Schade

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Jesus was executed at Golgotha – the trash dump outside the city of Jerusalem. Today, we have turned this entire planet into a trash dump that is crucifying entire ecosystems, communities, oceans, animals, birds, fish, and our own bodies. Read more

Prodigal Sisters, Prodigal God: The Surprise Party

March 31, 2019 By Leah D. Schade

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We don’t know how the story of the Prodigal Son ends. That’s where grace begins for my sister and me. Read more

Rethinking the Parable of the Fruitless Tree in Luke 13:1-9

March 25, 2019 By Leah D. Schade

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Is God really the vineyard owner in the parable of the Fruitless Tree (Luke 13:1-9)? Are we the barren tree threatened with the ax? Maybe we need to rethink that interpretation. Read more

Iraq War Sermon – 16 Years Later

March 21, 2019 By Leah D. Schade

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It’s been 16 years since the start of the Iraq War. For the record – some Christian ministers preached against this war. We got strong push-back. But history bears the truth and necessity of our prophetic witness. Read more

Will God Forgive Us? ‘First Reformed’ Film Review

March 19, 2019 By Leah D. Schade

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The movie First Reformed portrays negative stereotypes about both Christianity in America and environmental activists. But maybe they serve a larger purpose. Read more