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Cultivating Community


A Youth-led Community Garden Activity

The Presbyterian Giving Catalog has witnessed first-hand how the power of individuals and groups make a significant and lasting impact for people and communities. With this in mind, we have created a new activity, a Community Garden, to be enjoyed by all members of your church who are  interested.

Community gardens in Presbyterian congregations foster spiritual growth, leadership, environmental awareness and social responsibility among church members of all ages and local communities.

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This activity through the Presbyterian Giving Catalog is designed to inspire and engage entire congregations through the creation of a community garden. The garden provides a way for all ages to connect with the earth, each other and their faith, while growing food, flowers and relationships. It can begin at your church and then extend to your community, providing a nutritious bounty to members and those in your community.

Throughout the year, participants will experience different phases of the gardening journey, with activities tailored to seasons and growing conditions. Whether it’s planning and preparing indoors during the winter months or harvesting fresh produce in the warmer months, each step offers an opportunity to come together in faith, learning and service.

This is more than just gardening — it’s a chance to sow, nurture, and harvest faith in ways that strengthen your congregation and support your community.

Just as each season brings new opportunities, we will release phases and guidance for this activity that will help participants progress through the different stages of community gardening. Sign up to receive notification as each phase is posted for download.


 

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LAYING THE GROUNDWORK

Phase I

Gather with your church leaders to determine if this is an activity that makes sense for your congregation and if there is a place on the property that can be utilized.

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BEGINNINGS

Phase II
(early winter — indoor activities)

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GROUNDWORK AND GROWTH

Phase III
(early spring — outdoor site preparation)

SPROUT INTO ACTION

Phase IV
(late spring — planting and nurturing growth)

BLOSSOM AND BLOOM

Phase V
(summer — garden maintenance and community engagement)

HARVEST AND SHARE

Phase VI
(late summer — enjoying the fruits of labor)

REST AND RENEW

Phase VII
(fall/winter -- reflecting and planting for next year)

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES


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Spanish Resources

 

Korean Resources

 

Coloring Sheets

     Growing a Better World

     Tending to the Garden

     Corn Ear

     Vegetables

Presbyterian Giving Catalog

Gift image Receive a fair trade, handmade ornament for gifts totaling $150 or more!