Green Chalice Ministry

Green Chalice Ministries in the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ grew out of the 1977 General Assembly resolution developing a Task Force on Ecology. “We are Disciples of Christ connecting

Christian faith, spiritual practice, creation care, environmental justice to support healthy communities, congregations and clergy in a climate changed world.

The Green Chalice Team at Salem First Christ Church was formed in January 2024. By August 2025, we met the required accomplishments in environmental improvements, conservation-restoration, worship/education, creation care classes, and community outreach. We are the first church to be certified as Green Chalice Ministry in Oregon.

What does it mean to be a Green Chalice Ministry? We are living our faith by caring for God’s Creation. As children of God and followers of Christ Jesus, we covenant to:

• Worship God with all creation and pray for the healing of the earth.
• Study the climate crisis and engage others in climate solutions.
• Repent and forgive for the harm we have inflicted on the earth that sustains life.
• Advocate for ecojustice public policies and witness by living sustainable lifestyles.
• Rest in God’s good creation and invite others to delight in nature.