RCL Reflection for Proper 14, Year C
August 7, 2022
The lessons for this week take our very real feelings of fear and turn them on their heads with the good news of God’s promises, Jesus’ love and grace, and the power of faith to free us from the fears that would bind us. (Photo: Dave Dugdale, Creative Commons)
Many Christians mistakenly believe that Jesus and the witness of the Bible is anti-wealth. But a closer examination shows a teaching about not only the perils but also the opportunities and responsibilities of money. From Crosswalk.com.
Especially in challenging times, online giving is important for church financial stability. But how to get folks giving online? Communication is key to building trust and acceptance, says Jeremy Steele of the United Methodist Church.
New ideas, fresh approaches, deep insights — these are what you’ll find with Luther Seminary’s free resource. Prepared with congregations in mind by the seminary’s Center for Stewardship Leaders. (Photo: Steve Bowbrick, Creative Commons)
Lots of faithful people struggle with money, especially in an unsettled economy climate like today’s. But three clear principles can help families get on track and stay there. From Crosswalk.com.
In a culture where it seems everybody speeds, Jen Rose Smith is an outlier. But there are moral, financial and public health reasons for doing so, she explains in this essay for the Sierra Club. (Photo: Lilartsy, Pexels)
Medical science has confirmed the many benefits of stretching your body. It improves everything from flexibility to mood and stress. But the Mayo Clinic says its important to stretch properly. This resource, including its link to proper stretches, can get you going.
