What does it take to be a steward? The ELCA has boiled it down to seven principles that can be learned, taught and adopted. Handy PDF is good for individual exploration or congregational group study.
What happens when you stop taking Ozempic or Wegovy?
The drugs have attracted hundreds of thousands of non-diabetics because it helps them shed weight. But in many cases the weight returned when they stopped taking them. The Wall Street Journal reports. (Photo: Andres Ayrton via Pexels)
Money is like a congregation’s vital sign
The economy’s rocky journey over the last few years should cause some soul-searching in America’s congregations, says William Enright, senior fellow at the Lake Institute of Faith & Giving. The key is for leaders to be asking the right questions. (Photo: Lemuel Cantos, Creative Commons)
Blessed to be a blessing!
RCL Reflection, Second Sunday in Lent, Year A. March 5, 2023. In favoring Abraham, God declares he is blessed to be a blessing for others. That’s a wonderful starting point to talk about how we use all that God entrusts to us to bless others. Mary Simonson Clark explores. (Photo: twodolla, Creative Commons)
Our Lenten disciplines: Giving up and taking on
Lent is a season not only for giving up, say, chocolate as a spiritual discipline, but also for taking on practices. What’s this got to do with our walk with God? Blogger Carolyn Moomaw Chilton reflects. on giving up and taking on.
Take steps to become a Green Congregation
Want to become more environmentally The United Church of Christ has come up with well-thought-out steps to help your church become a green congregation: Inventory, evaluate and formulate an action plan.
Lead by example to elevate stewardship discourse
We do a disservice to the beautiful reality of God’s abundance when we reduce stewardship to fundraising. Stewardship is a mindset and a worldview. Leaders can help cast this vision. Church Executive explores. (Photo: Stephen O, Creative Commons)
FAQ: What is a capital campaign? Do we need one?
Capital campaigns can be confusing, especially for congregations that have never had one. Vanco Payments has compiled this FAQ to help leaders understand exactly what goes into a capital campaign. (Photo: Stephen Yeargin, Creative Commons)
The hidden costs of insufficient sleep
Chipping away at a full night’s sleep in favor of a few hours of wakefulness can carry some harmful health consequences, this Harvard Medical School report says. This article explains the risks, but also gives tips on how to get enough sleep. (Photo: Meagan, Creative Commons)
Stewards of Jesus’ mystery
RCL reflection, Transfiguration Sunday, Year A. February 19, 2023.
Who is Jesus? Is he the dusty, wandering rabbi, or is he the divine messiah, God’s son? He’s both, and more. What we “see” often depends on our perspective and life circumstances. (Photo: Duane Mendes, via Pexels)
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