As we embrace the season of Lent and continue our reflection and spiritual growth leading up to Easter, it’s never too late to consider how we can change our lives. To grow closer to God. But also reflect God’s love.
Traditionally, we do this by giving up indulgences or taking up new practices as a form of self-discipline and spiritual reflection. But what if this year, besides personal sacrifices, we also focused on positively impacting the planet?
Embracing eco-friendly living during Lent can be a powerful way to honour the principles of stewardship and care for creation. Psalm 24 1-3 says, “The earth is the Lord’s and all that is in it, the world, and those who live in it; for he has founded it on the seas, and established it on the rivers.” what is a way you can show love to someone is by looking after whats theirs so we can show love to GGod by looking after the Earth and considering how our actions impact the environment and others around us the people God also loves.
One way to incorporate green practices into your Lenten observance is by making conscious choices that promote sustainability and reduce your carbon footprint. This could involve giving up habits contributing to environmental harm; here are some ideas:
- Reducing excessive energy consumption by only having one light on at a time.
- Not using single-use plastics.
- Look at conservation and ecological responsibility in our gardens, like a plan to plant wildflowers this year.
- From reducing food waste
- Minimising water usage, like using a 5min timer in the shower
There are countless ways to positively impact the planet while deepening your spiritual journey during Lent.
By choosing to go green for Lent, you’re taking steps to care for the Earth and reflecting on your relationship with God and the world around you. Each eco-friendly decision becomes an opportunity for self-reflection, repentance, and renewal as you strive to live in harmony with creation.
Embracing sustainable living during Lent can have lasting effects beyond the season. Incorporating eco-friendly practices into your daily routine will lay the foundation for a more environmentally conscious lifestyle beyond the 40 days of Lent.
Whether through small changes in your habits or more significant commitments to sustainability, every action you take can make a difference—for the planet and your soul. Let this Lent be a time of renewal, not only for yourself but for the Earth as well.
An excellent resource for ideas and inspiration on going green for Lent is the website:
arocha.org.uk/go-green-for-lent/.
Here, you can explore a variety of changes you can make in your daily life to align with eco-friendly principles.