CREATION CARE MINISTRY
Caring for God's Creation • Growing in Faith • Serving Our Community
“The Lord God took the man and put him in the Garden of Eden to work it and take care of it.” — Genesis 2:15
OUR MISSION
We believe caring for creation is an act of worship and discipleship. Our mission is to:
🌎 Promote environmental stewardship through education and action
🌱 Encourage sustainable living practices
🐦 Protect and appreciate local wildlife and natural habitats
🤝 Build community through shared experiences and service projects
🙏 Deepen our faith by recognizing God's presence in creation
WHAT WE DO
Nature Adventures & Educational Outings
Throughout the year, we enjoy field trips to local nature destinations where we can learn, explore, and appreciate God's handiwork.
Recent outings have included:
Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge
Orlando Wetlands Park
Black Point Wildlife Drive
Local parks and nature preserves
Community & Church Projects
Our ministry participates in projects that help care for both our church property and the surrounding community, including:
🌿 Native plant and pollinator gardens
🐝 Supporting wildlife habitats
📚 "Take a Book, Leave a Book" community library
♻️ Recycling and sustainability initiatives
🌳 Tree and plant education
🐦 Birdhouse and wildlife habitat projects
SPECIAL EVENTS
Solar Cooking Demonstration
Learning how the power of the sun can be used for cooking and sustainable living.
Creation Care Workshops
Hands-on opportunities to explore practical ways to care for God's creation in our daily lives.
Seasonal Stewardship Projects
Activities that encourage conservation, beautification, and environmental awareness.
UPCOMING EVENT
Building a Home for God's Creation
Elderberries Gathering
📅 July 25 • 11:30 AM
Join us for fellowship, a potluck meal, and a special birdhouse project as we learn about creating safe spaces for God's creatures. Together we'll build, decorate, and reflect on our responsibility to care for creation.
St. Andrew United Methodist Church
3380 Dairy Road
Titusville, FL
WHY CREATION CARE MATTERS
Creation reveals God's beauty, creativity, and provision. When we care for the earth, we honor the Creator and leave a healthier world for future generations.
As followers of Christ, we are called to be good stewards of all that God has given us.
"The earth is the Lord's, and everything in it." — Psalm 24:1
BUILD BIRDHOUSES
TAKE A BOOK/LEAVE A BOOK
Get Involved
We welcome people of all ages and experience levels.
Whether you are passionate about conservation, enjoy outdoor adventures, love gardening, or simply want to learn more about caring for God's creation, we'd love to have you join us.
📞 Contact the Church Office: 321-269-7321
📍 St. Andrew United Methodist Church
3380 Dairy Road
Titusville, FL 32780
Come grow in faith while caring for God's creation! 🌎💚🌱
Meet Bill Young
Creation Care Ministry Leader
Bill Young has a passion for helping others discover the beauty and wonder of God's creation. As leader of St. Andrew's Creation Care Ministry, Bill encourages us to see the natural world as a gift from God—one that we are called to appreciate, protect, and steward faithfully.
Through educational outings, environmental projects, and hands-on activities, Bill helps connect faith and creation in meaningful ways. Whether leading a trip to the wetlands, organizing a solar cooking demonstration, or sharing ideas for sustainable living, Bill inspires others to care for God's earth while growing in their relationship with Christ.
