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Stewardship: Embracing all of Creation

Here’s a fine blog post by Gerry Straub entitled “A Vestige of God.” This reflection comments on  our need as stewards to embrace and sustain all of life–both the natural world and humankind. Click here to read Straub’s work and learn more about Pax et Bonum Communications and Straub’s ministry. (Photo by Zest-pk used under… Read more»

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Living the Gospel of Love

Lectionary Reflection for the 19th Sunday after Pentecost
How can so few words be so difficult to live? It sounds pretty simple on the surface: love God with all you are and have, and love your neighbor just like yourself. The challenges comes in letting go of all that hinders love. (Photo by Coolm36 used under Creative Commons License. Thanks!)

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For Granted… Soap and Water

JUST LIVING Blog–This is the first in a series entitled “For Granted” that will examine the many things we take for granted amidst our abundance in North America. Plentiful access to soap and water is a good way to “come clean” and kick off the conversation. (Photo by the Italian voice used under Creative Commons License. Thanks!

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Warning: This Book WILL Change Your Life

A new study is in, and the results bode well for those who believe stewardship is integral to one’s very life. A recent article in Christianity Today reports that reading the Bible frequently makes a big difference in how one views issues of justice, consumption, and ethical living. Click here to read this article written… Read more»

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Is the Gospel Offensive to You?

Sojourners Communications Director Tim King writes, “Jesus’s teaching on possessions and wealth offended people 2,000 years ago and they should still offend us today.” Read his thought-provoking and convicting blog post here. (Photo by Peat Bakke used under Creative Commons License. Thanks!)

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Have you Checked your Slavery Footprint?

You’ve probably checked your carbon footprint, but do you ever wonder how many people are enslaved so that you can possess the food, clothing, electronic gadgets, personal care products, jewelry, living quarters, and sporting goods you desire? Take this quick quiz to see how many of the world’s 27 million slaves may have worked for… Read more»

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“Slow Money” Investing

Concerned about investing in this volatile economy? Want to make a difference with your dollars? Consider “Slow Money” investing, the idea behind a three-year-old non-profit that helps investors both profit and support the local economy. Click here to read the story on mnn.com, reprinted with permission from rodale.com. (Photo by Apuch used under Creative Commons… Read more»

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Luther: 16th Century Advocate for Human Rights

Rev. David Hansen offers a thoughtful reflection on Luther’s view of human rights, as evidenced in the Large Catechism (Eighth Commandment). As we consider our neighbors and our responsibility to them, these comments make for good reading.

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Taking the Faith Plunge: Not Just for Peter

Luther Seminary professor Matthew L. Skinner wrote a fine reflection on this week’s gospel text that is published on the Huffington Post Religion page. If you are looking to preach or teach on the Matthew reading this week, click here to read “Matthew 14:22-33: Faith Within the Chaos.” (Photo by XeuBix used under Creative Commons… Read more»

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Social Justice Harry Potter Style

Now that the final installment of the Harry Potter franchise is playing in theaters, why not use this opportunity to examine social justice issues through the lens of the Harry Potter Alliance?  Click here to read Julie Clawson’s thoughtful essay from the Sojourner’s website.