This summer it’s not just the temperatures that are skyrocketing — so are our electricity bills as we do our best to stay cool. But what can we do? Bob (This Old House) Villa outlines the mistakes to avoid. (Photo: Creative Commons)
Vaping carries its own significant risks
The use of e-cigarettes has become a widespread alternative to smoking, especially among younger adults, but experts say vaping is just as addictive as smoking cigarettes, and it has plenty of risks. The Cleveland Clinic gives the analysis. (Photo: SmokeTastic)
August Toolkit explores SAD nutrition
The “Standard American Diet” is killing us, nutrition experts warn. As stewards of our health, we can adopt the cure. August’s free “Stewardship Toolkit” explores with a newsletter article and bulletin Snippets. (Photo: Per Erik Strandberg, Creative Commons)
Can you catch the deluge of God’s blessings?
RCL Reflection for Proper 10, Year B. July 14, 2024. What are true riches, riches that can satisfy us and make us happy? And why are so many North Americans miserable? This week’s lections make it clear. The Rev. Robert Blezard explores. (Photo: Creative Commons)
‘Curing our Affluenza’ – still relevant today
It’s been more than 25 years since PBS’s breakthrough program “Affluenza” pointed out the destructive power of overconsumption. This 2003 books review, exploring the faith dimensions of Affluenza, still holds much truth. From Baylor University.
The summer Covid wave is here … with new variants
If more people around you seem to be coming down with Covid lately, that’s because infections are indeed on the rise nationally. Thirty nine states are experiencing a rise, although the symptoms seem to be milder than in the past. NBC News reports. (Photo: Creative Commons)
Toolkit for launching your creation care ministry
So, you’ve wanted to have a creation care ministry but don’t know how to get started? This toolkit from the United Methodist Church will help you get there, with scripture passages, sermon suggestions, great quotations and more. (USDA Photo)
Into the weeds of discipleship
RCL reflection for Proper 9, Year B. July 7, 2024. In this week’s Gospel lesson, Jesus describes the difficult road that he is asking disciples to will walk. What does it mean for us and our journey? The Rev. Elisabeth Shelton Hartwell explores. (Photo: Creative Commons)
7 Financial facts Christians should know
In fact, Jesus talked more about money than even heaven and hell. We should talk about it too, in a healthy, open way that is founded on biblical truth. Here are seven financial essentials from the Bible that can guide your family budgeting. From Lifeway.com. (Photo: SeniorLiving.Org)
Giving USA 2024: The impact on religion
The respected annual report on philanthropy shows that giving to faith-based organizations took a big hit in the pandemic and has not come back. What’s all that mean for your congregations? The Lake Institute on Faith & Giving analyzes. (Photo: Creative Commons)
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