The crises of recent years have left many faith leaders feeling isolated, unequipped, and doubtful of their vocation. To help, the Lake Institute has prepared a toolkit to help leaders explore a way forward. (Photo: Wilson Malone, Pexels)

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The crises of recent years have left many faith leaders feeling isolated, unequipped, and doubtful of their vocation. To help, the Lake Institute has prepared a toolkit to help leaders explore a way forward. (Photo: Wilson Malone, Pexels)


Within the alphabet-soup of terms for retirement funds and IRS jargon are some pretty significant giving opportunities for congregations. The United Methodist Church’s Ken Sloane explains. (Photo: Polina Tankilevitch, Pexels)


Forget ghouls and monsters, sugar may be the scariest part of Halloween. Not only is it addictive, sugar is also associated with a variety of health problems. And our kids are eating a lot of it! Salon.com reports. (Photo: Pixabay)


Budgets are tight, donations are in decline. What’s the best strategy for a church to embrace? Well, it’s NOT fundraising, a stewardship drive or a capital campaign, says Karl Vaters of Christianity Today. (Photo: Bev8200, Creative Commons)


It’s more important than ever that a congregation help create a culture of generosity in every aspect of church life. This podcast and article from Horizons Stewardship explores why. (Photo: www.inkmedia.eu, Creative Commons)


Our warming planet is changing the intensity, frequency and behavior of hurricanes, as evidenced by Hurricane Ian. Experts predict things will only get worse unless we get climate change under control. NPR reports. (Photo: NASA)


Messages are woven throughout the Bible about stewardship and how we are responsible for the proper use and management of everything God has entrusted to us. This study guide from the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, explores.


Revised Common Lectionary Reflection, Proper 21, Year C
September 25, 2022
There’s really no way to skirt the issue of wealth, poverty, and economic justice. These important themes are woven throughout this week’s lessons. Here are some thoughts and ideas to help you explore the issues in preaching and worship. (Photo: Cea, Creative Commons. Thanks!)


Many church members become fuzzy-minded looking at a line-item budget. This year try a ‘narrative budget’ that connects offerings to vital ministries. From Center for Faith & Giving. (Photo: Chris Potter, Creative Commons)


Practicing Christian mindfulness and prayer can not only bring one closer to God, but it can also reduce stress, lengthen our lives and improve our body’s responses to a wide variety of illnesses and conditions. Joan Watson explains.
