Stewardship
Stewardship of the Community is essential toward fostering spiritual growth Our leadership consists of a Council of Stewards whose job is to uphold the character, values and mission of Bluestem Community. Up to fifteen stewards with 2-year terms lead the Council by actively listening to, responding to and supporting members, and carrying out the duties of the nonprofit, including fiduciary responsibilities and other sustaining decision-making. Meetings occur every quarter and are open to all members unless personnel matters or other sensitive business is being conducted. A Nominating Committee is responsible for assisting members interested in leadership positions. Stewards must be 18 or older and demonstrate commitment to Bluestem Community goals and values.
Stewardship of the Land is a prime objective for Bluestem Community. This requires the ongoing financial support of members and the broader community in order to create a nature preserve that members, friends, and visitors can return to for spiritual reflection, recreation and regeneration. The conservation of water quality, native habitat, restored grasslands and woodlands while providing burial space is part of our spiritual mission. This sustainable mission can only succeed if our members take an active stewardship role.
Service at Bluestem Community is rooted in our relationships with one another and the earth. At Bluestem, each of us has a responsibility to serve as a steward of the community, in welcoming newcomers, sharing experiences and resources, and creating a nourishing spiritual home for all. Bluestem’s outward service focuses on connecting people with the earth’s precious natural resources through programming focused on deeper spiritual transformation, creating socially and environmentally just systems and experiences, exploring cultural traditions, environmental education, and natural burial. Sacred space is also provided for individual and family conversations about end-of-life care and decision making. Bluestem anticipates additional service opportunities with affiliations with compatible programs such as hospice programs, caregiving support groups, and end of life planning. Volunteer opportunities abound, including:
Stewardship of the Land is a prime objective for Bluestem Community. This requires the ongoing financial support of members and the broader community in order to create a nature preserve that members, friends, and visitors can return to for spiritual reflection, recreation and regeneration. The conservation of water quality, native habitat, restored grasslands and woodlands while providing burial space is part of our spiritual mission. This sustainable mission can only succeed if our members take an active stewardship role.
Service at Bluestem Community is rooted in our relationships with one another and the earth. At Bluestem, each of us has a responsibility to serve as a steward of the community, in welcoming newcomers, sharing experiences and resources, and creating a nourishing spiritual home for all. Bluestem’s outward service focuses on connecting people with the earth’s precious natural resources through programming focused on deeper spiritual transformation, creating socially and environmentally just systems and experiences, exploring cultural traditions, environmental education, and natural burial. Sacred space is also provided for individual and family conversations about end-of-life care and decision making. Bluestem anticipates additional service opportunities with affiliations with compatible programs such as hospice programs, caregiving support groups, and end of life planning. Volunteer opportunities abound, including:
- Development and delivery of public education and outreach initiatives
- Leading and supporting life celebrations
- Upkeep of a publicly accessible open space
- Supporting community members in grief and loss
- Supporting the activities of a natural cemetery
Time & TalentStewards combine their natural abilities and talents with their gift of time to building and sustaining systems and practices.
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GuardianshipStewards of Bluestem are guardians of the land and of their fellow travelers on the quest for communion with nature.
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GenerosityStewards by nature are generous with their time, good judgment, intelligence, and skills, but they also contribute financially.
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