Green Sanctuary
Starr King UU Church: A Green Sanctuary
Starr King UU Church achieved the status of A Green Sanctuary in the fall of 2010 thanks to the long work of many of our members.
The Green Sanctuary Program is a accreditation process sponsored by the Unitarian Universalist Ministry for Earth which helps Unitarian Universalist congregations:
- Build awareness of the significance and complexity of environmental issues
- Encourage personal lifestyle changes
- Engage in community action on environmental issues
- Strengthen the connection between spiritual practice and Earth consciousness
- Work to heal environmental injustices
The Process
The first step to achieving accreditation from the UU Ministry for Earth was to conduct an environmental audit. The audit included our facility, current management practices such as recycling or grounds maintenance, and programs such as religious education and worship. The church also examined our own environmental awareness and practices.
Following the audit, the church developed a plan of action for twelve activities in four separate areas including:
- Worship and Spiritual Practice
- Religious Education
- Environmental justice
- Sustainable living
Where Do We Go from Here?
Maintaining our status as a Green Sanctuary is an on-going process. This section of the website will include challenges for all of us to consider as well as green tips for helping us achieve an ever more Earth friendly church and personal life.
