Environmentalism and Christian Stewardship

Greenville Classical Academy is hosting a special mini-course called "Environmentalism and Christian Stewardship: Thinking Green as a Christian." The following is from a promotional brochure.

Purpose. Ideas on the environment have become a powerful force in politics, the economy and our culture. We hear phrases like "energy independence," "carbon footprint," and "think green" used almost daily. At the creation of the world, God instructed man to "tend and keep" the earth. How does this command apply? Is drilling in ANWR poor Christian stewardship? Should we be concerned about global warming? Is energy independence a worthy goal? What is the role of government in resolving environmental issues? How does evolution relate to environmentalism? What limits should the Christian have on his efforts to "tend and keep" the earth? These questions and more will be considered during this seminar. Join us as we seek to transform our students into discerning followers of Jesus Christ.

Speakers. Dr. Timothy Terrell earned a Ph.D. in economics from Auburn University and has taught at Wofford College in Spartanburg, SC since 2000. His dissertation and some subsequent writing has focused on environmental regulation. Dr. Terrell writes extensively on economics and public policy, and has lectured internationally on economics and ethics. He is the father of three children.

Dr. Hilton Terrell has been practicing medicine and teaching in Florence, SC for over twenty years as Associate Professor of Family Medicine in a medical residency program. He holds an M.D. degree from the Medical University of South Carolina and a Ph.D. from the University of South Carolina. He is board certified in Family Medicine. For nine years he edited the Journal of Biblical Ethics in Medicine. As part of his residency teaching he has directed the residency curriculum in environmental medicine. At present, he is president-elect of the Association of American Physicians and Surgeons. In 2007-08 he tried his hand teaching high school biology and found it to be one of the most challenging things he has done.

Description. Designed for 7th-12th grade students, the course will cover a variety of environmental topics such as global warming, energy, pollution, evolution and creationism. Students who attend the full three-day series of lectures and complete all required out-of-class assignments will receive a grade and a certificate of completion.

Auditors. Adult students and auditors are welcome. Auditors will not be required to do take-home assignments and will not receive a grade or certificate. If your child is in 6th grade but would still like to attend, auditing the course is recommended.

Dates and Times. The lectures will take place on three Thursdays next month: March 5, 19, & 26. The schedule includes three lectures and Q&A sessions each day beginning at 11 a.m. and ending at 3 p.m.

Location. The lectures will be held at Greenville Classical Academy, which meets at the facilities for Woodruff Road Presbyterian Church (map).

Cost. Tuition for the entire series of lectures is $35 per student (for grade or for audit) with a $50 maximum per family.

Registration. The registration form is available online and may be mailed to Greenville Classical Academy, 2519 Woodruff Road, Simpsonville, SC 29681. The registration deadline is February 20, and space is limited.