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Trusteeship: Antidote to Economic Collapse?

Could an attitude of trusteeship turn our economic ship from one of greed and over-consumption into a sustainable system that provides opportunity for all rather than for few? Michael Nagler thinks so. Read on to decide for yourself. (Photo by Ernst Vikne used under Creative Commons License. Thanks!)

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Introducing Stewardship Concepts (A Spanish-language Resource)

Here’s the link to a series of Spanish-language podcasts produced by O’Meara, Ferguson, Whelan, and Conway designed to introduce the concept of Christian stewardship to Latino communities. Click here to listen to Koren Ruiz, an executive consultant with the company, as he offers a general discussion of stewardship. Four more podcasts are available. (Photo by… Read more»

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Barefootin’

Is it possible to let one’s feet do the talking when it comes to justice and equity? Or is going barefoot for a day merely a form of “slacktivism”? (Photo by pineapple9995 used under Creative Commons License. Thanks!)

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A Spirituality of Fundraising

Renowned author of many books on the spiritual journey, Henri Nouwen re-envisioned fundraising as a path of spiritual growth. His book, “A Spirituality of Fundraising,” is recommended reading for stewards of life. In this interview, Nouwen discusses his ideas. (You can order the book and learn more about Henri Nouwen at www.henrinouwen.org.)

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Steward of the Present Day

Here’s a wonderful short video from Br. David Steindl-Rast entitled “A Good Day.”  Have you been a grateful steward of this present day? Check out Brother David’s other work at gratefulness.org. (Photo by Will Powell used under Creative Commons License. Thanks!)

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A Time for Stewardship

Here’s a great idea from the Episcopal Diocese of West Texas–a Year Round Stewardship Calendar. Rather than being relegated to an annual pledge drive, the Diocese reminds us “stewardship is what we do with all that God has given us, all the time.” Photo by donut_p used under Creative Commons License. Thanks!

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2011: The Year of Satisfaction?

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It’s time to stop bewailing what what we lack and start giving thanks for God’s abundance. Why not make 2011 “A Year of Satisfaction” for yourself and for your congregation? Instead of focusing on resolutions concentrate of being satisfied and sharing. (Photo by vectorportal used under Creative Commons License. Thanks!)

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The Poor Give More

Researchers in Berkeley, Calif., have given support to what many pastors and philanthropists have said for years: People with relatively little are more likely to share than those who are very wealthy. From The Greater Good.  (Photo by Ed Yourdon, used by Creative Commons license.)

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Thanksgiving Resources

SermonCentral has a trove of sermons, illustrations and worship resources to help make your congregation’s observance of Thanksgiving a meaningful experience. Gratitude, after all, is the root of happiness, generosity and faith.

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Stewardship: The Practice of Gratitude

“Every aspect of our lives calls for thanksgiving. Even in the context of trial and suffering, we are offered grounds for gratitude. Whatever may be going on in our lives, it calls for thanksgiving.” Good reading from the Archdiocese of Cincinnati.