Eco Church action for the week

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Recycling at Christ Church

As part of our monthly recycling at church, in addition to medical blister packs and some dental products, we are now accepting

PERSONAL CARE ITEMS ANY BRANDS

This includes:

• Flexible plastic and metallic plastic tubes used for body creams  ointments and moisturisers

• Flexible plastic packaging for wet wipes

• Eyeshadow compacts, lip and cheek highlighters and bronzers

• Lipsticks, lip glosses and lip balms

• Mascara tubes and wands

Bring all your items to church on the first Sunday of the month  and place them in the correct recycling boxes.  

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Actions for May 2025

4th May

Approximately 97% of flower-rich meadows have been lost since the 1930s, and with them, vital food and habitat needed by wildlife. No Mow May is Plantlife’s annual campaign urging everyone to pack away the lawnmower, let wildflowers grow freely and help nature. Join their campaign to learn more https://www.plantlife.org.uk/

11th May

Acknowledged by RHS to be beneficial for nature, dandelions provide vital early spring food for many insects, including bees and butterflies. Their roots loosen soil and improve drainage and soil health. Please leave them alone to do their job.

18th May

Last month a small Hawthorn tree was planted in the church garden. It will be beneficial for wildlife as it can support up to 300 insect species.  Consider planting one in your garden or keep an eye on the Church’s as it grows and blossoms.

25th May

Today is Rogation Sunday, a day on which we  ask for God’s blessing on the land and its bounty. We are encouraged to step outside to witness God’s creation and to remind ourselves of the integral relationship between humans and the natural world.