RCL reflection for the Second Sunday of Advent, Year A. December 7, 2025. In the wilderness of our current day, we need not only John’s clear call to repentance, but also his word of hope. The Rev. Matthew O’Rear explores. (Image: Pixabay)
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Mobilize your congregation behind climate justice
Scientists say it may be now or never to avoid the worst effects of climate change. In this kairos moment for action, every congregation can play a part in helping to preserve our planet. The United Church of Christ explains. (Photo: Creative Commons)
Make the most of your holiday gift budget
Most everyone is feeling the economic pinch these days, but that doesn’t mean we have to forego exchanging presents with loved ones. This article from PBS News outlines some strategies to help you shopping budget go farther. (Photo: Creative Commons)
Creative fundraising ideas for Christmas
The Advent and Christmas seasons are hard-wired for gratitude and generosity — perfect ingredients for a successful congregational fundraiser. Tired of the same old approaches? The writers at CauseVox.com have 50 good ideas! (Image: Creative Commons)
To be alert and watchful, we all need our rest
RCL reflection, First Sunday of Advent, Year A. November 30, 2025. This week’s readings encourage us to be alert and wakeful. But to do that in today’s busy-busy world, we need our rest. Karen Johnson Kretschmann explores. (Photo: Creative Commons)
Survive talking politics at family gatherings
In our divided culture, more and more families dread holiday gatherings because of the inevitable stress from political conversation. Aren’t the holidays stressful enough? PolitiFact offers strategies for keeping things civil. (Photo: Creative Commons)
Reach more people this Advent and Christmas
Christmas offers your congregation a wonderful opportunity to invite new Christians and lapsed members alike to be part of worship and fellowship. Are you making the most of it? Lewis Center for Church Leadership explores. (Photo: Creative Commons)
Light of the world! The Advent Wreath
Four colored candles set in a ring of evergreens make up the traditional Advent Wreath found in many churches. But how many know the deep significance of this ancient practice? LivingLutheran magazine explains. (Creative Commons)
Jesus Reigns, and for that we can give thanks!
RCL reflection, Reign of Christ Sunday, Year C. November 23, 2025. In our country’s current era of turmoil and transition, Christ the King/Reign of Christ Sunday can help us return to the Gospel’s true proclamation: Jesus is our only King. Deacon Timothy Siburg explores. (Image: Creative Commons)
Fossil fuel’s pivot to plastic is polluting the planet
As the world strives to burn less fossil fuel, the industry is looking to plastic and petrochemical production to maintain profits. The move is worsening the crisis over plastic pollution. Scientific American reports. (Photo: Creative Commons)
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