Coming Back to Earth
Discussion Questions

Chapter 9 — handout

1. Why does Thomas Berry say we have erred by focusing our religious concerns on the individual? Do you agree? Why or why not?
2. List several time periods and festivals that derive from the apparent motions of the sun and moon. Is it surprising that Christmas and Easter derive from pagan celebrations? Explain your answer.
3. According to Geering, how can Jesus’ resurrection be related to nature?
4. Why does Geering consider the institution of the Sabbath so important?
5. What role does he think it should play in promoting a “greener” Christianity
6. Do you favor the idea of replacing commandments with resolutions? Explain.
7. Would you in any way alter his list of resolutions? Which ones, and why?