How are you managing your Annual Stewardship Campaign this fall? It’s one of the major program areas of the church that has been impacted by the pandemic. Here some ideas to spark your creativity and planning. From the Episcopal Church Foundation.
10 things your church should know about cryptocurrency
As if the world’s financial system was not complicated enough, now there’s cryptocurrency. And what if someone makes a donation to your congregation in Bitcoin? Ken Sloane of the United Methodist Church gives a good overview of cryptocurrency for church leaders.
‘Heart of Giving’ teaches kids about generosity
When planning your children’s Sunday school lessons for the 2021-22 school year, be sure to include a class on generosity! This “Heart of Giving” lesson from ministry-to-children.com looks at two people in Mark’s Gospel with very different attitudes towards money. (Photo: Kathie Luther, Creative Commons)
Plan for a strong finish to your stewardship campaign
Churches across the nation are preparing for their stewardship campaigns, but many may mistakenly think the work is done when the pledge cards are collected. Instead, that’s the time to focus on donors that require a little more encouragement, says Ann Michel of the Lewis Center for Church Leadership. (Photo: One Way Stock, Creative Commons)
Learn about diabetes and how to prevent it
Diabetes is on the rise in our nation, but being aware of the risk factors for the disease and the warning signs of prediabetes can help you, your loved ones and your congregation stay healthy. Authoritative information from the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
UN Panel: Climate Change is ‘Code Red’ for humanity
In their latest and most dire report to date, the United Nations’ Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change says climate change is widespread, rapid, and intensifying, and some trends are now irreversible, at least during the present time frame. Read the UN’s report.
Toolkit: Stewardship is setting good priorities
Stewardship could be summed up as how we use our God-given gifts to draw closer to God and accomplish Godly purposes. And THAT’s mostly a matter of priorities. That’s the theme of September’s Toolkit, with a free newsletter article and Sunday bulletin blurbs. (Photo: AJ Cann, Creative Commons)
Floods in Europe intensify calls for climate action
Europe has lead the world in efforts to reduce emissions that are linked to climate change, but this summer’s disastrous record floods have intensified calls for action. The Christian Science monitor reports. (Photo: US Geological Survey, public domain)
Breathing techniques help overcome stress response
“Fight or flight” is another term for “stress response,” and while it may be useful in emergency, experienced in everyday life it can lead to serious health problems. Harvard Health says simple breathing techniques can help you cope. (Photo: Shawn Rossi, Creative Commons)
Remembering SOLI’s writer – Sharron R. Blezard
SOLI writer and editor Pastor Sharron R. Blezard, who died July 10, was a woman of exceptional spiritual gifts. SOLI’s executive director Martin Otto Zimmann offers a tribute.
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