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Lenten Devotions Online

Looking for an online devotional series for Lent? Check these options from David Lose and the folks at d365.org. (Image by JezobelJones used under Creative Commons License. Thanks.)

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Signs of the Time

Lectionary Reflection for the First Sunday of Lent, Year B
Time is in short supply in our age, yet the call to the spiritual disciplines of Lent asks us to reconsider time. The time is fulfilled, and we are living into that fulfillment. (Photo by opendemocracy used under Creative Commons License. Thanks!0

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A Glimpse of God-Light

Lectionary reflection for the Transfiguration of our Lord
February 19, 2012
By the love, grace, and light of Christ we are transfigured. In turn, we are called to let the God-Light of Christ shine through our lives to illumine the Way for others. (Photo by qmnonic used under Creative Commons License. Thanks!)

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Generosity is Contagious–Spread Some!

“Giving of ourselves is the greatest act of generosity,” says author and blogger Mike Dickson. Click here for an excerpt of Dickson’s work from odewire.com. If you like what you read, visit pleasetakeonestep.com and learn more about Dickson’s book and his challenge to all of us to live a more generous life. The world’s problems… Read more»

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Unleashing the Generosity of Our People

Vital Congregations realize that the focus of stewardship is not on the church’s need for money but on the disciple’s relationship with Christ and the church and his or her need to give. This eight-page guide unpacks this concept with lots of tips, ideas, suggestions. (Photo by @lain G. used by Creative Commons license. Thanks @lain!)

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Charles Dickens and Christian Charity

This year marks the 200th anniversary of Charles Dickens’ birth. Click here to read more about Dickens’ views on Christian charity and stewardship. (Photo by USM MS used under Creative Commons License. Thanks!)

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FICO Does Not Equal Financial Fitness

Most people think an excellent FICO score is the key to sound finances, but that’s not the whole picture. Author and blogger Brad Chaffee explains why your FICO score does not equate to financial fitness nor savvy stewardship but rather only measures your ability to manage debt. Click here to read the article. (Photo by… Read more»

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Choice and Consequence

Lectionary Reflection for the Sixth Sunday after Epiphany, February 12, 2012
Choices always come with consequences. Jesus understood this, but he chose to heal the leper anyway. He knew the risks his healing could bring. What about us? Are we willing to risk being a part of the healing of this world? (Photo by Dare*to*Dream used under Creative Commons License. Thanks!)

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About Authority…

Lectionary Reflection for the Fourth Sunday after Epiphany January 29, 2012 They were all amazed, and they kept on asking one another, “What is this? A new teaching – with authority! He commands even the unclean spirits, and they obey him.” At once his fame began to spread throughout the surrounding region of Galilee. –… Read more»

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Frugal Fun

Check out Frugal Community, a blog primarily aimed at graduate students in the Twin Cities, and originating from Luther Seminary’s Center for Stewardship Leaders. Even if you aren’t a grad student or living in Minnesota, you’ll find plenty of great tips and ideas for the fun and frugal life. (Photo by luis perez used under… Read more»