RCL reflection, Sixth Sunday after Epiphany, Year A. February 12, 2023
A theme runs through this week’s Scripture readings: God calls us to be stewards of our lives in ways that love God and our neighbors. Mary Simonson Clark explores. (Photo: John Taylor, Creative Commons)
There is a strong connection between discipleship, spirituality and stewardship, says Archbishop Paul J. Etienne, Archdiocese of Seattle. Study and learn from his short video and accompanying summary of a pastoral letter on stewardship. Great for groups or individuals.
Religious donors are more likely to be regular in their giving than other philanthropically inclined folks, but that doesn’t mean we can take them for granted, says David King of the Lake Institute on Faith and Giving. He offers great tips.
Church leaders pray their congregation is stewarding all its resources effectively and making difference, but how do they know? The Lewis Center for Church Leadership discusses some new ways to gauge success. (Photo: Richard Wagoner via Flickr)
Especially in our culture, the temptation is for money to become an idol. Over and over again, the New Testament makes it abundantly clear: Money wants our worship. This insightful essay from Christianity Today explores. (Photo © f9photos – Fotolia.com)
Using thick insulation, solar panels, a small heat pump and careful construction with quality materials, a “Passive house” in Maine keeps its owners warm with lower cost and energy usage than a typical house. Maine Public Radio reports. (Photo: Nikita Khandelwal via Pexels)
We live our best lives when we are healthy in body, mind and spirit – and this focus on holistic well-being is a focus of parish nurses. The Westberg Institute offers great information about establishing a parish nursing program in your congregation.
