Rev Andrew Kingston sent ECI this update:
Methodist Centenary, Leeson Park has built a raised herb bed for Church and community use. Hundreds of people use the building and grounds each week and the garden is creating a lot of interest.
The children came in small groups over several weekends to plant seeds and plants, and painted stones identifying the herbs. Many of the herbs planted are mentioned in the Bible and this has allowed us to connect the Bible with caring for the environment and featured during our online Climate Sunday service where Maureen Rowan brought a very helpful and challenging address to the congregation.
The raised bed is divided into sixteen compartments for herbs and has an olive tree in the middle. The herbs are black mustard, oregano/hyssop, basil, rue, dill, fennel, rocket, borage, onions/garlic/chives, coriander, bay, mint, thyme, parsley, sage and French tarragon. Rosemary grows nearby.