Messiah Pocket Prairie

The Messiah Pocket Prairie is a conservation project begun in fall of 2024. Located on the east side of our church lawn,  a portion of the land is actively being restored to its natural prairie state. This initiative allows native grasses and wildflowers to thrive, supports local biodiversity. However, the Messiah Pocket Prairie is more than a conservation project: it’s a declaration of our congregation's commitment to God’s call for justice and stewardship. Rooted in sacred scripture and the social teachings of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), we believe that caring for creation is a deeply theological issue. By restoring a small portion of our church land to its natural prairie state, we are acting on our God-given responsibility to protect the environment and reflect God's vision that humans would be servant leaders for the created world (Gen. 1:28, 2:15; Lev. 25:23-24; Ps 24:1; Prov. 12:10; Mtt 10:29; Rom. 8:19). This prairie serves as a symbol of advocacy—demonstrating that even small acts of conservation can have a profound impact on biodiversity, the climate, and the health of our planet. It’s a space for reflection, renewal, and action as we work to restore the beauty of God’s creation. Join us in this sacred task of honoring and advocating and caring for the earth.