RCL reflection, Third Sunday in Lent, Year A. March 8, 2028. Water, water, everywhere, but clean drinking water is scarce for many on our planet. Water is as essential for our physical health as Jesus’ living water is for our spiritual health. Karen Johnson Kretschmann explores. (Photo: Creative Commons)
It’s a question that arises in many congregations: How do young people learn and practice and internalize generosity into their characters? Generosity is not an immutable characteristic: it can be taught. The Lake Institute on Faith & Giving explores. (Photo: Creative Commons)
During Lent, almsgiving reminds us of the need look beyond ourselves and extend our hands to the needy. It’s not just about charity, but cultivating a spirit of generosity in our lives. The St. Benedict Center explores. Photo: Creative Commons)
We all know it’s not our grandfather’s church culture anymore — or even our mother’s! Reaching God’s people today requires some finesse with online and digital technology. Horizon’s Stewardship reports. (Photo: PublicDomainPictures)
There are many reasons why church leaders don’t even look into grant funding. They think they won’t qualify, or it’s too confusing, or they don’t know where to begin. This article from the Lewis Center for Church Leadership explains all. (Photo: Creative Commons)
One way to draw closer to God in Lent is to embrace our role as both “stewards of Creation” and a beloved part of God’s Creation. Lutherans Restoring Creation has created a wonderful daily calendar of actions for Lent 2026. (Photo: Creative Commons)
Many Christians choose Lent as a time to abstain from meat and eat more healthfully. For those curious about a vegetarian diet, it’s a way to try out a new way of eating. To help, “Health Starts in the Kitchen” has assembled 100 meat free recipes.
