Maybe you're wondering....
In late 2018, Christ the King joined the Collaborate, a vitality and revitalization initiative of the Southern Ohio Synod. During this multi-year journey, we explored the questions of who we are as a congregation, and how we are being called to serve and proclaim God's word in our community. We looked at our gifts, both individually and as a congregation. We talked to our neighbors to learn about their concerns and needs. And we prayed!
This is what we learned: Our call: Caring for our neighbors is an important part of who we as Christians and who are as Christ the King. Our assets: Christ the King is blessed to sit on eight acres of land that was once a nursery. We are stewards of this beautiful property and responsible for making sure that every inch of ground is used for God’s good purpose. Our community is blessed with members and friends with the knowledge, experience, and PASSION for teaching others how to grow things and care for creation. Our neighbors' needs: Food insecurity is a real issue for our vulnerable neighbors and good, fresh, affordable produce is very difficult to find on a tight budget. |
The Community Harvest Garden is a perfect union of assets meeting needs. It is time now to treat our church land as an Earth community: to love it, celebrate it, and care for it. If low-income households in food deserts can only purchase food at higher prices, they may be more prone to food insecurity—not having enough food for active, healthy living. |
