Climate change has warmed the state of Arizona by 2.5 degrees, bringing record heat waves to
the city of Phoenix, causing a 20-year drought, and threatening the health of rivers as well as all
forms of life that depend on them. In the spring of 2024, my family and I visited the Desert
Southwest Conference of The United Methodist Church to witness the impacts of rising
temperatures. While there, we met with leaders both inside and outside the church who are
working to build local resilience to the global crisis of climate change. This August, we will reflect
on the messages they can teach us about the precious nature of food, water and habitat as we
explore Rivers of Life: Roots of Resilience in the Desert Southwest.
Weekly Bible Readings
● Genesis 2:4b-15
● Psalm 24:1-10
● Leviticus 19:9-10
● Luke 10:25-28
● Revelation 22:1-5
Church Night
Every Wednesday
Maize Manor Market
2nd Saturday - give away food, clothes and toiletries
Farm Volunteer Day
3rd Sunday
PlayStreets
Saturday, August 16, block party on Janet Drive led by nationwide children’s hospital
Practice Makes (more) Perfect
● Read the Non-Expert’s Guide to Sustainability. What is one change you would be willing
to make to build local resilience to the global crisis of climate change?
Disaster Kit Collection
● Last Sunday
Rivers of Life Screening & Discussion
● Sunday, August 31, 11:00am @ Fellowship Hall
● Documentary and Discussion
● Brunch