Ferncliff Camp & Conference Center | October 8-11, 2025
Overview
Overview
Welcome to Sacred Creation: Justice Flows Down Like Water, a Presbyterians for Earth Care Conference hosted at beautiful Ferncliff Camp & Conference Center, with the option to participate virtually. Grounded in our faith and the biblical vision of justice flowing like a mighty stream, this conference invites us to explore the sacredness of water—as a gift from God, a source of life, and a call to justice. Through worship, workshops, and community connection, we’ll engage the urgent need to protect water, advocate for equitable access, and renew our commitment to caring for all creation.
Ferncliff Camp & Conference Center
Keynote Speaker
The Environmental Crisis As A Spiritual and Theological Crisis—Moving From the Apocalyptic To Hope
In a series of keynote addresses, Presbyterian Minister Reverend Andrew Black of EarthKeepers 360 helps us prophetically address important questions facing our church and world?: 1) How do we faithfully interpret and address difficult Biblical texts regarding the environment?; 2) What role must the church and faith leaders play in addressing environmental problems and reimagining the role of responsible stewardship of creation?; 3) What is happening with regards to America’s land, water and wildlife and what are we seeing in terms of U.S. policy impacts in these areas?; 4) What role must churches play in shaping and challenging policy and why? 5) What can local congregations do right now to make a difference?; and 6) Why must congregations and faith leaders be at the forefront of bridging environmentalism and social justice and how do we stand with Tribal and frontline communities?
Meet our Keynote Speaker, Rev. Andrew Black:
A New Mexico native, Andrew witnessed first hand the healing nature of God’s creation while fishing the rivers of the west with his grandfathers, both WWII veterans. Andrew currently serves as an associate pastor to First Presbyterian Church Santa Fe, is a Commissioner to the Synod of the Southwest and is the National Wildlife Federation’s Public Lands Field Director. He is an avid fly-fisherman and passionate about the intersection of culture, community, collaboration, conservation and spirituality. For more a more detailed bio, CLICK HERE.
Join us on Oct. 7-8th for an exciting Pre-Conference Activity, including a day trip to Hot Springs National Park!
Arrive in Little Rock, Arkansas ahead of the conference and take part in an exciting opportunity to hear more about the nearby Hot Springs National Park as well as updates on city-wide water projects.
Pre-Conference Activity Schedule (all times CDT):
Tuesday, Oct. 7
2:30 – 5:00 pm Arrival & check-in for pre-event
6:00 pm Dinner at Ferncliff Camp & Conference Center
7:00 pm Movie & Discussion (led by Courtenay Willcox, PEC Moderator)
Wednesday, Oct. 8
8:00 am Breakfast & Depart for Hot Springs (transportation provided) National Park, including:
– Guided Tour of Fordyce Bathhouse
– Superior Bathhouse Brewery for lunch (included)
– City Manager slide presentation about $150 million water project
3:00 pm Return to Ferncliff and Conference Check-in
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