Climate change is intensifying natural disasters. 2023 set a record for the number of weather disasters that cost $1 billion or more. The National Wildlife Federation explores. (Photo: Takvar, Creative Commons)
Witnessing & witnessing to the power of Jesus
RCL reflection for the Third Sunday of Easter, Year B. April 14, 2024. This Sunday’s readings provide a great opportunity to explore how we as followers and faith communities can see and talk about how transforms us for the better. Rob Blezard explores.
Improving your church cash flow: Six pointers
Every church leader wants a stable income stream to keep the important ministries going smoothly. Question in these uncertain times is, how? Ken Sloane of the United Methodist Church offers six ideas. (Photo: Creative Commons)
What is money?
It makes the world go round, it is much desired, and the love of it the root of all evil. What is it? It’s money, and it occupies a central place in our lives. But what is it, exactly? This essay from the University of Minnesota Library’s Principles of Economics explains. (Photo: Steven DePolo, Creative […]
Trends affecting church leadership this year
Though the Pandemic is over, churches have not fully recovered due to a number of trends that challenge traditional models of ministry. The Lewis Center for Church Leadership explores. (Image: publicdomainpictures.net).
Should you take Ozempic for weight loss?
Ozempic® may be one of the most talked-about medications in recent history. For many people living with obesity, it seems a miracle drug. But it’s not for everyone. The Cleveland Clinic explains. (Photo: Andres Ayrton via Pexels)
Learn these four principles of biblical stewardship
Though it’s unfairly associated mainly with church budgets and finance, stewardship is so much more. The Institute for Faith, Work & Economics explores how stewardship intersects with faith, work and economics. (Photo: Creative Commons)
How to create a fair severance package
There are times when a church employment situation just doesn’t work out and it’s best to let an employee go. Sometimes a severance package is warranted and can ease the transition. Smart Church Management explores. (Photo by ThinkPanama, Creative Commons)
Share stories of how giving is helping neighbors
A good way to motivate generosity in your congregation is simply to tell them what their gifts are already doing. They will be inspired knowing their donations are used for Godly purposes. The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod offers tips.
April toolkit: Thank God for life-giving food
Stewards of life, the environment and health, we can appreciate every mouthful of food. That’s the idea in April’s free stewardship newsletter article, along with RCL-based Sunday bulletin snippets. From SOLI. (Photo: Dylan Foley, Creative Commons)
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