We are in this together

Our freshwaters including our rivers, lakes and seas are critical to our living, livelihoods and the sustenance of our planet. While sea water constitutes 96.5% of the global waters, less than 4% is freshwater constituting lakes, rivers and glaciers. Climate change and, human impact on our freshwaters also imply that far less than 4% is available for human consumption and sanitation. The protection of our freshwaters and the biodiversity living beneath these waters are the responsibilities of all peoples if we are to remain on the planet for longer. The concept of environmental stewardship as described in the book of Genesis 1:26, 28; 2:5 is a call for men, women, young, old of diverse places to partake in the protection and conservation of our freshwaters. This talk will provide examples of human impact, pandemics such as Covid-19 and, climate change on freshwater resources and the implications for non-protection. As God’s co-labourers who have the mandate of dominion and protection of our natural resources, the talk will seek to explore these connections including the role of women in achieving the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, and, it will provide insight into how Christians and churches can respond to these challenges by implementing effective practical actions.