RCL reflection for the Third Sunday of Advent, Year C. December 15, 2024. The Advent themes of Joy, preparation and transformation are front and center in this week’s epistle and gospel readings. They call for us to steward our lives of discipleship wisely and responsibly. The Rev. Micah Krey explores in his debut reflection. (Photo: Creative Commons)
Do a deep dive on Christmas themes with a free Bible-study bundle from Christianity Today. The five-part series includes leader and participant guides and includes sessions about Jesus, Mary, Joseph, Shepherds and angels. Usual cost $19.95, but CT offering at no cost. (Photo: Creative Commons)
Christmas is a season of thankfulness and joy, when people have especially giving hearts. That makes it a great time for a special Christmas giving campaign to help your congregants experience the satisfaction of generosity. My Church Assistant tells you how. (Photo: Creative Commons)
No time in the church year besides Christmas presents a better opportunity for invitation and outreach. Is your congregation ready? This article from Crosswalk.com offers commonsense advice for making the most of Christmas. (Photo: Son of Groucho, Creative Commons)
Dec. 31 marks the end of the financial year for most congregations, so it’s important that your finance team close out the books properly. But how? So much to think about. FreeChurchAccounting.com has a checklist to guide you. (Illustration: AJ Cann, Creative Commons)
A big and complex piece of legislation, the U.S. Farm Bill sets policy and priorities for American Agriculture. Not surprisingly, it has a great impact on the environment. It is up for renewal. The Nature Conservancy explains and explores. (Photo: Andrew Stawarz, Creative Commons)
New research affirms that xercise adds years to your life and life to your years! Scientists crunched the numbers to come up with the single best predictor of how long you’ll live—and arrived at a surprisingly low-tech answer. (Photo: Photo: Andrea Piacquadio, Creative Commons)
