Begun in 2012, GivingTuesday has become a global generosity movement. With the December 2 date still weeks away, your church has plenty of time to plan your own celebration. GivingTuesday.org offers a wealth of tips and resources to help.
The world is failing the Paris Climate benchmarks
With the end of 2025 just weeks away, leaders are acknowledging that the benchmark reductions in the Paris Climate accord will not be met. The big task ahead will be to set new goals and make a strategy to meet them. Time magazine reports. (Image: Creative Commons)
What’s the full story behind All Saints Day?
Lost in our modern observance of All Saints Day is an older, broader tradition that includes All Hallows’ Eve (Halloween) on Oct. 31 and All Souls’ Day on Nov. 2. Christianity.com explains. (Photo: Waldopepper, Creative Commons)
How do leaders motivate ministry donors?
Leaders have an important role to play in providing the resources their ministry needs to thrive. Through vision, encouragement and example they motivate others, says Florida UMC Bishop Tom Berlin.
Get more deep sleep for better health of body and mind
Getting good sleep at night not only refreshes you for the day, but also rejuvenates mind and body functions. Good sleep can also help prevent dementia. The Cleveland Clinic explains how to get better sleep. (Photo: Meagan, Creative Commons)
We are not alone, and it’s not all up to us
Revised Common Lectionary reflection for Reformation Sunday, Year C. October 28, 2025. In our troubled times, we may find comfort from a key Reformation theme – one that accompanied Martin Luther in his perilous journey: God is always with us, guiding us and comforting us. Deacon Timothy Siburg explores. (Photo: Creative Commons)
Best practices for online donation forms
Many church websites have an online donation page or form that are not optimized to be user-friendly or encourage offerings. This guide from The Episcopal Network for Stewardship explores the “dos” and “do nots.” (Photo: Creative Commons)
The church’s complicated relationship with money
The Bible says a lot about stewardship, but the Christian church’s teachings and practices surrounding money are complicated. Author Miguel Escobar discusses his new book, The Unjust Steward: Wealth, Poverty and the Church Today with Duke Divinity’s Faith & Leadership.
Earth’s climate change has just crossed a line
Humanity is entering a “new reality,” as scientists warn that the planet has now crossed the first of several critical Earth system tipping points. These shifts could cause widespread and lasting damage, Science Daily reports. (Photo: Creative Commons)
The power of faithful persistence
Revised Common Lectionary reflection for Proper 24, Year C. October 19, 2025. On the journey of faith, we all encounter setbacks and disappointments that test our resolve. But we know that following Jesus often means we need to stay the course. The Rev. Micah Krey explores. (Photo: Creative Commons)
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