As members of Epworth United Methodist Church (EUMC), we hold a core belief that “All creation is the Lord’s, and we are responsible for the ways in which we use and abuse it” (from the UMC Social Principle). However, powering our church with electricity generated from fossil fuels contradicted this belief, as it causes pollution, climate change, and harms our community’s health. Recognizing that climate change disproportionately affects vulnerable communities further motivated us to act out of a profound sense of social justice. Additionally, we faced the ongoing challenge of rising electric bills, which we anticipated would continue to increase. Driven by fiscal prudence, environmental responsibility, and social justice, we embarked on a journey to install 219 solar panels on our church. These panels now generate renewable energy, reducing our reliance on fossil fuels and significantly decreasing our electricity costs. By transitioning to renewable energy, we aim to model responsible stewardship and demonstrate our commitment to safeguarding the planet for future generations.
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