“Earth Rise, We Rise”

In this inspiring Earth Day and Easter message, Rev. Kristin explores the profound interconnection between our bodies and Mother Earth, drawing from the iconic "Earthrise" photograph that awakened humanity's environmental consciousness. She beautifully weaves together spiritual wisdom from mystics like Hildegard von Bingen with practical insights about living in harmony with nature's seasons and rhythms. Through personal stories and poetic reflections, Rev. Kristin invites us to shift from mindless consumption to mindful communion, recognizing that as we care for our body temple, we simultaneously nurture our sacred planet. This message calls us to embrace what deep ecologist Joanna Macy terms "the greening of self" - expanding our perspective to feel empathy for all creation and remembering that we are truly walking each other home in this beautiful dance of life.