RCL reflection for Proper 12, Year C. July 27, 2025. Prayer provides a strong foundation for our faith and discipleship. Prayer opens our hearts and minds to receive God’s nourishment and correction. When we pray, we also engage some of the major tenets of Stewardship. Deacon Timothy Siburg explores. (Photo: Creative Commons)
Here’s a good stewardship read: “Beyond the Offering Plate: A Holistic Approach to Stewardship,” a collection of essays edited by Adam Copeland. This review from United Methodist Church’s Discipleship Ministry calls it “a cornucopia of contemporary perspectives on stewardship.”
A well-executed stewardship campaign can be a time not only for financial matters but also spiritual reflection, mission education, teaching the theology of stewardship, and fostering a sense of shared purpose. The Lewis Center for Church Leadership offers tips. (Photo: Creative Commons)
Face it: The building where you worship, teach, fellowship, minister, feed your sheep – among other routine tasks – is a tremendous asset that must be kept clean in good shape. Smart Church Management offers tips for stewarding your building. (Photo: Creative Commons)
With the average credit card balance over $6,000, consumer debt is a growing problem for many Americans., especially in an uncertain economy. Mounting debt can feel overwhelming, but it can be tackled. Forbes magazine outlines some strategies. (Photo: Creative Commons)
A UN report warns that severe droughts are becoming more frequent, upending agriculture, causing famine and devastating wildlife habitat. Climate change may force governments to adapt to a “new normal” of very dry conditions. The BBC reports. (Photo: Pexels.com)
Fresh produce is one of the best blessings of summer. It’s not only tasty but also extremely healthy. Be sure to look for these summertime favorites at your grocery store – or better yet – your local farm store. Suggestions from “Eat this, not that.”
