Championing Creation Care: World Vision urges Churches to Lead Environmental Action
By Vivian Adu, Communications Officer
World Vision Ghana has rallied churches to integrate creation care into their sermons and teachings, emphasising the urgent need for faith-driven environmental stewardship. The call was made during a one-day media dialogue on "The Church and Creation Care: Role of the Media in Inspiring Environmental Responsibility in Ghana".
The dialogue brought together over 40 participants, including media professionals, church representatives, and environmental advocates, to explore the intersection of faith and environmental action.
Reverend Dr. Ebenezer Yaw Blasu, Co-Convener of the National Creation Care Conference and keynote speaker stressed the importance of integrating creation care into Christian teachings. He urged churches to deepen their focus on Bible studies and specialised teachings that connect faith, environmental responsibility, and reverence for God.
"Creation care calls us to rethink our responsibility towards environmental sustainability," Rev. Blasu remarked, highlighting its significance in maintaining harmony across all relationships with God, oneself, fellow humans, and nature. He further explained that creation care involves preserving the Earth with the same integrity as the Creator.
Rev. Blasu also emphasised practical steps individuals can take to protect the environment: "Wherever you are, you must make a difference. Brighten your corner, discipline yourself, don’t litter, and train the younger generation to embrace these habits."
The Faith and Development Coordinator of World Vision Ghana, Mr. George Matey Okorley, underscored the influential role of churches in content creation and dissemination.
According to Mr. George Matey Okorley, churches can produce compelling and informative materials to drive creation care campaigns.
"Let’s leverage social media platforms, official websites, and blogs to share engaging content and promote dialogue around creation care initiatives," Mr. Okorley advised. He called for greater media coverage of environmental issues and training for pastors to integrate creation care into their sermons.
Mr. Okorley further urged churches and communities to embrace traditional environmental preservation practices while advocating for political action "Convert African religious eco-taboos to Christ-centered principles, and advocate for political will to enforce environmental laws. Together, we can turn our shared commitment into actionable solutions for a greener, healthier, and sustainable future."
The event underscored the role of faith-based organizations in addressing environmental challenges and promoting sustainable practices.
World Vision's initiative reflects its ongoing commitment to mobilising communities, fostering collaboration, and inspiring actions that combat climate change and environmental degradation in Ghana.