Eco- theology and Eco-praxis
In the five marks of Mission developed by the Anglican Consultative Council (ACC) between 1984-1990, the fifth Mark states the Church’s task as being, “To strive to safeguard the integrity of creation and sustain and renew the life of the earth”. It is safe to say that in the Church of Ireland at least this Mark has been more honoured in the breach than in the observance.
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Andrew Orr
is chairman of Eco Congregation Ireland, priest in charge of Youghal Union (Cloyne) and chaplain of Midleton College.