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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1959
Page
3
Christian doctrine links dignity and responsibility to care for the soil as a divine gift. The Bible urges proper land use, and communities scarred by erosion reflect this duty in people and institutions. Jeremiah’s words illuminate the connection between faith and stewardship.
Secretary Ezra Taft Benson urges national observance of Soil Stewardship Week May 3 to 11 highlighting soil and water as essential for food clothing and raw materials. Farmers ranchers churches and schools join in promoting stewardship with Rural Life Sunday May 3 and broad participation from non farm communities.
The Rogation Days began after a 470 famine near Vienne France with prayers and penance led by the Bishop. The custom spread from France worldwide as people ask God to bless crops and guard them from natural disasters while stressing Christian stewardship of soil and resources.
The article argues famine threatens many nations where soil erosion and poor land care reduce yields. It cautions that neglect harms future families and calls for soil conservation, wiser land use, and foresight to prevent repeated tragedy. It urges using intelligence in service of future generations.
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