FALLEN LEAVES left in piles on the lawn can cause patches of dead grass. Instead, mulch the leaves and distribute them evenly on the yard, around the base of trees, or on top of garden beds. As they break down, their nutrients feed the grass, sustain soil moisture, and protect the microbes that will continue to enrich the earth throughout the upcoming winter months.

BUYING CANDLES for yourself or friends this fall? The environmentally friendly choice is a candle made from beeswax rather than paraffin wax, a product of petroleum refining. Check local markets or craft fairs to decrease the carbon footprint of shipping.

PREVENT WASTING HEAT as the temperatures go down by using door draft stoppers to block winter winds. You can purchase or make your own.

Creation Care Team page: See updates on St. Thomas' water projects.

Creation Care Team contact: Marie Myer