Greensky Hill Indian United Methodist Church

Greensky Hill Indian United Methodist Church, Charlevoix

June 27 - August 1, 2021

Sacred Earth: Sacred Work, “Creation as Blessing,” 6/27/21

“What if we lived life truly connected to the origins of Creation and the Creator? In the beginning God created all things and called them originally ‘good.’ In this series we will explore six essential ideas found in Creation Spirituality–a way of living within the community of earth that deepens our reverence for life, participates in the creativity of the cosmos, and develops our passion for justice and human transformation. It compels us to lead lives of spiritual inquiry, creativity, and prophetic action as our sacred work in the world.” Series design and original music © Worship Design Studio, used with permission

Sacred Earth: Sacred Work, "Spirit of Compassion," 7/4/21

Sacred Earth: Sacred Work, “Creation as Blessing,” 6/27/21

“It is through the work of spiritual practice that we move beyond fear into compassion and discover our deep and true selves. Engaging in spiritual practices– whether that looks typically religious (like praying) or not (like walking) have intentionality in common. They draw us closer to the Creator and who we were created to be–free and compassionate beings. What practices in your life draw you closer to your true essence and closer to compassion for others?” Series design/original music © Worship Design Studio, used with permission.

Sacred Earth: Sacred Work, "The Paths of Life," 7/11/21

Sacred Earth: Sacred Work, “Creation as Blessing,” 6/27/21

Sacred Earth: Sacred Work, "Sacred Creative Vocation," 7/18/21

“The spiritual journey can be understood as a dance moving in and out of four mystical paths, each with their own gifts: awe and wonder; letting go; creativity; compassion and justice. These 'cycles of life' are born out of the seasons of the planet and remind us that there is a time for everything and that fluctuations of the spirit are part of being human. Can we accept the Holy invitation to move fully into all the rhythms of life?” Series design and original music © Worship Design Studio, used with permission.

Sacred Earth: Sacred Work, "Sacred Creative Vocation," 7/18/21

"Made in the image of the Creator, every one of us carries within us the capacity to be a mystic, to be creative, to be visionary, and to be an agent for positive change. It is our responsibility to say 'here I am, send me' and to cultivate our capacity to benefit earth and all it’s creatures. What are we creating in this world that will cause positive ripples into the future?" © Worship Design Studio, used with permission.

Sacred Earth: Sacred Work, "Glorious Diversity," 7/25/21

Sacred Earth: Sacred Work, "Sacred Creative Vocation," 7/18/21

Sacred Earth: Sacred Work, "Healing Relationships," 8/1/21

“Creation Spirituality rejoices in and courageously honors the rich diversity within the Cosmos which is expressed in every individual and embodies multiple cultures, religions, and ancestral traditions. Creation is rife with theme and variation and yet fear has driven us to try to tame, label and homogenize it. What do we lose when we privilege dominant voices and limit perspectives? Diversity is another name for God and should be celebrated!” © Worship Design Studio, used with permission.

Sacred Earth: Sacred Work, "Healing Relationships," 8/1/21

Sacred Earth: Sacred Work, "Sacred Creative Vocation," 7/18/21

Sacred Earth: Sacred Work, "Healing Relationships," 8/1/21

“We live in sacred relationship with every other living thing. Our food, our health, our homes, our vocations are all part of an interconnected community. Creation hangs in the balance when we forget this connection. We acknowledge that our species and the entire earth community depends upon the healing of harm already done, moving toward sustainability for the future, and harmony that offers live-giving coexistence for all. Can we embrace our responsibility to care? Now is the time, if we want a future.” © www.worshipdesignstudio.com

About Greensky Hill

We share sacred space.

We remain a sanctuary of love in a setting of natural beauty.

We preserve a unique Native Heritage.

We invite people to experience community as sisters and brothers in Christ and empower people to serve all in need.

We worship together every Sunday at 10 a.m. (Online and outside in our wooded amphitheater, The Tabernacle, 7/4-8/1/21. Inside, if raining.)

Our simple log church was built in the 1840's. Surrounded by trees marking the site of a long sacred meeting place, the church was constructed with large hewn logs notched at the corners and laid horizontally over a stone foundation. Much of the lumber used in the building was brought by canoe from Traverse City. Today the church continues to be an active, racially mixed congregation, some of whom are descendants of original worshipers.

We care for creation, we care for our community, and we love sharing meals with our neighbors.

Through our partnership with Manna Food Project, we have Family Food Boxes available at no charge and with no strings attached. If you're interested in worship or other church activities, you are more than welcome; however, you should never feel obligated. We also care for our community with United Methodist Women and Men's Club meetings, Grandmother Moon ceremonies, Bible Studies, children's ministry, water protector events, and other activities.