Green Liturgy: The Transformation of Ecological Consciousness through Contemporary Religious Practice

Abstract

The global ecological crisis in the Anthropocene has created an urgent need for a fundamental reorientation of the dialectical relationship between humans and the biosphere. This research aims to describe the significance of the "Green Liturgy" as an instrument for transforming ecological consciousness through the articulation of contemporary religious practices. Using a descriptive qualitative method within an ecotheological approach, this study explores the mechanisms of worship rituals that integrate biophysical elements in reconstructing the behavioral paradigm from anthropocentrism to ecocentrism. The findings indicate that implementing green liturgy in various base communities can enhance ecological resilience and stimulate measurable conservation actions. Syncretism of transcendental values with environmental science has proven effective in sustainably mitigating ecosystem degradation. This study concludes that religious institutions possess significant social and spiritual capital that accelerates progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) targets.