Skepticism and indifference have all too commonly characterized the Pentecostal community's response to the global environmental crisis, and this due largely to deeply entrenched theological beliefs that render creation care senseless and unnecessary. This essay critically examines both the eschatological and pneumatological climates of Pentecostalism in light of the environmental crisis, arguing that the movement's broad acceptance of dispensational eschatology and reductionist pneumatology

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... nificantly frustrates any potential commitment to creation care. As a way forward, alternative theological perspectives are suggested in the form of transformational eschatology and inclusive pneumatology, both of which notably inspire rather than obstruct a strong environmental ethic. Concluding remarks offer Pentecostals practical suggestions for caring for the environment and combating anthropogenic climate change. Rakes 3