Here is a way to bring freshness to the ancient story of the Magi’s visit to the infant Jesus. Buildingfaith.com explores how to use puppets. Download their free lesson plan. (Photo: toughcookiemommy, Creative Commons)
2023 Breakthroughs in climate and nature you may have missed
The media and people tend to focus on bad environmental news (and there is plenty), but 2023 saw some excellent strides in climate and nature. The BBC’s Future Planet Team look at nine of them. (Image: Creative Commons)
24 Healthy resolutions you can actually keep
Sometimes the New Year’s resolutions we make are so grand and ambitious that we can’t possibly keep them, and, discouraged, we give up early in the year. Healthline suggests these 24 resolutions that are readily doable. (Photo: Creative Commons)
Awe, Joy & Wonder
RCL reflection, 4th Sunday of Advent/Christmas Eve, Year B. Dec. 24, 2023. Many of us have heard the story of the Nativity so often, we forget just how amazing it really is. Preaching could remind congregants of its awe, joy and wonder of Christmas. Deacon Timothy Siburg explores. (Photo: Creative Commons)
Tax-saving strategies to amplify your giving
Your church donations benefit not only your congregation, but also you in the form of tax deductions. Forbes magazine offers tips to maximize the tax benefits of your giving. (Photo: 401(k) 2013, Creative Commons)
Why your mindset will matter in 2024
Will your church thrive and grow in 2024? So much depends on the mindset of church leaders. Rick Warren explains how to begin the new year 2024 with the right mindset. (Photo: Hernan-Pinera, Creative Commons)
Proclaim God’s Advent vision for humanity
RCL Reflection for the Third Sunday of Advent, Year B, December 17, 2023. With voices of John the Baptizer, Isaiah and Mary, this week’s lessons are rich in hope and inspiration about God’s Reign that is breaking in with the arrival of the Messiah. Elaine Ramshaw explores. (Image: Pixabay)
Learn the value of healthy Christian friendships
Real friends – not the online and social media kind – bring a lot into our lives, especially if they are friends are faith. Here are some tips for how to build strong friendships. From Crosswalk.com. (Photo: Pexels)
Energy Star energy guide for congregations
Save energy, save money, save the planet! Now that’s a triple scoop of eco-goodness! Lutherans Restoring Creation teamed up with the US Department of Energy to craft this guide, filled with ideas, inspirations and links for deeper diving.
11 simple ways to improve your memory
Whether you want to be a Jeopardy! champion or just need to remember where you parked your car, here are 11 things you can do right now to turn your mind from a sieve into a steel trap. From MentalFloss.com. (Image: Pixabay)
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