God's World

Consumerism, Sweatshops,
& Fair Trade

How we spend our money is a basic element of good stewardship. The following articles by Fred Clark of PRISM magazine's "Shop & Save" column give sound input on being a responsible consumer.

Shop & Save
Checking it Twice
Our consumerist culture clamors for your money at every turn. Here are some options for spending wisely.

The Birds & The Beans
Believe it or not, the stork doesn't bring coffee to your local grocery store and cafe. Read about the "The Birds & The Beans" and discover the alternative of fair trade coffee.

Consumer Confidence
Do you fear you're a hesitant spender? Or are you bold and confident as you hand over that cash or plastic for your many, daily purchases? Either way, this article is for you.

Websites
Pura Vida Coffee
A great tasting fair trade coffee. Every dollar you spend goes directly toward Christian, anti-poverty efforts in Latin America.

United Students Against Sweatshops
An international student movement of campuses and individual students fighting for sweatshop free labor conditions and workers? rights.

National Labor Committee
Educating and engaging the public on human and labor rights abuses by corporations.

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Matthew 28:19,20 (NIV)

 
 

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