The Bible says a lot about generosity and giving. In this video and study guide for 1 Corinthians 16 we see how Paul instructed his congregants to give generously and proportionally, insights that are applicable to us today. The study brings other relevant scripture to bear on the subject. From PersueGOD.org. (Photo by Alvanman, used […]
The Environmental Protection Agency has updated its free 78-page “Energy Star Action Workbook for Congregations” that is chock full of ideas for environmental stewardship. You can save energy and money, and in the process provide valuable learning experiences for your congregants. (Photo: Sun Dazed, Creative Commons)
Here is a resource for your church’s monthly stewardship communications: “cut-and-paste” RCL-based “Stewardship Snippets” for Sunday bulletins, an article for your newsletter website. Plus helpful links. This month’s theme is “Steward your soul for a fuller life. By SOLI web editor Rob Blezard. (Photo: Ken, Creative Commons)
Between the growing opioid crisis and the continuing problem that alcohol and other drugs play in our culture, churches are aware that some of God’s people need real help. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services prepared this free, comprehensive guide to help churches in their response. (Photo: Cat Branchman, Creative Commons)
When a congregation decides to close its doors, it doesn’t have to fade away. A United Methodist plan helps closing congregations enrich the continuing ministry of God by leaving a gift. The Church Legacy program is offering a graceful and a grace-full way for congregations to end their life. From Faith & Leadership. (Photo: Winston […]
Every hour, 1600 acres of dry land becomes a desert. We need to remember that environmental stewardship is an urgent calling, not just embracing and/or teaching sustainable practices. If the Church were to fully recognize environmental stewardship as co-participation in God’s love for the world, imagine the impact that would have on the planet! (Photo: […]
For a lot of churches, “stewardship” is just asking for money, or as this article from Catholic Stand puts it, begging for money. The author suggests instead focusing on helping people to understand biblical principles about giving and generosity. What can you you learn from this? (Photo: Todd Petrie, Creative Commons)
Lots of congregations fail to maximize donor potential by appealing to only only one or two ways that people are willing to give. Being aware of annual giving, capital giving, mission giving and legacy giving can help your congregation reach its goals. From the Episcopal Diocese of Olympia, Washington. (Photo by Lisafx, via Bigstock.com)
Two strategies — seeking solitude with God and companionship in stewarding one’s vision — will help good intentions become realities in the new year, writes a spiritual director. Author and spiritual director Samuel Rahberg sees companionship–with God and colleagues/friends/mentors–as the way forward. (Photo: Alan Levine, Creative Commons)
If 2019 was not a good year financially for your church, you are not alone. Churches across the land are facing tough times. When church income takes a dip, it’s important to be asking the right questions in order to devise the right strategy. This article from Horizons Stewardship offers some great pointers to direct […]
