Care for Creation: A Franciscan Spirituality of the Earth (Paperback)

~ (Author), Keith Douglass Warner (Author), Pamela Wood (Author), Denis Edwards (Foreword)

Product Details

• Paperback: 226 pages
• Publisher: Saint Anthony Messenger Press (January 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0867168382
• ISBN-13: 978-0867168389
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.5 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #203,144 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Comprehensive work of immense value, July 3, 2008

By	Carol Blank (USA) - See all my reviews (TOP 500 REVIEWER)

Care for Creation addresses "the ecological devastation of our time" in terms of environmental science, Franciscan spirituality, and reflective action. Though environmental problems seem overwhelming, the authors write, personal and cultural transformation are possible through knowledge, prayer, and faith formation. The knowledge component is presented by Warner, a lecturer and researcher in environmental studies. His chapters are filled with definitions, explanations, and examples that help even novices grasp the current situation and implications for the future. The prayer and spirituality component is provided by Delio, a professor of spirituality studies and author of several books on Franciscan spirituality. Her chapters in Care for Creation deal with ecological topics in view of Franciscan theology, drawing on the life of Francis, the writings of Clare, and the theology of Bonaventure. Reflective action chapters are the work of Wood, an art therapist, spiritual director, and retreat leader. She offers guided meditations, prayers, and practical steps for individuals, small groups, and organizations. Two appendixes contain guidelines for engaging in reflective action and preparing for guided prayer experiences. Another gives the formula for calculating individual carbon emissions. Chapter notes, a resource list, and an index are included.

This is a solid, comprehensive work of immense value to individuals, faith-sharing groups, and institutions wishing to better understand today's ecological issues and work toward a "right relationship" with Creation.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars wonder ful blend of science and theology, April 13, 2008

By	Robert J. Valentine "sudodoc" (San Miguel, Ca) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book is an excellent introduction to the field of ecologocial theology. And timely, in view of our seemingly unstoppable drive to destroy this planet we have been so blessed to share with all creation. A book to be read and prayed

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Pat P., April 21, 2008

By	Patricia Perkins (Kirkville, NY USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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An excellent example of our connectedness on this finite planet and ways we can learn to appreciate and care for what we have. There are too many of us, including myself until recently, that take our planet for granted. "It's" now objecting to our mistreatment and we must awaken!