Late spring is the perfect time to start composting. This guide from the New York State Department of Conservation tells you how. (Photo: Oregon State University, Creative Commons)
What to do when bills come due and money’s tight
With millions of people across the country unemployed or furloughed, coronavirus has curtailed the cash flow of many families who still have bills to pay. Here, from Fortune magazine, are some coping strategies.
Mark Allan Powell’s ‘Faithful Living’ Bible meditation
Biblical stewardship involves both faithful living and faithful giving, writes author and theologian Mark Allan Powell, in this bible study that explores how we acquire, regard, manage, and spend our money, as well as give it away. From the United Church of Canada. (Photo: WellfordT, Bigstockphoto.com)
How to bounce back after a decline in church finances
An increasing number of church leaders are reporting a slow decline in church giving — both in total dollars and in the number of people giving. Over time, this decline could have a devastating effect on a church’s capacity to fund ministry. Here are three key areas to focus on to embrace God’s preferred future […]
Maintain mental health during time of sheltering in place
Covid-19 can produce fear, anxiety and other strong emotions in adults and children. Coping with stress will make you, the people you care about, and your community stronger. The Centers for Disease Control has guidance. (Photo: Kenny Uhh, Creative Commons)
The coming revolution in church economics
As the future unfolds, offerings will likely no longer be able to fully fund your congregation’s ministry. Increasingly, churches will have to rethink their ministries and adopt multiple income streams, says author and pastor Mark DeYmaz. Podcast from Wesley Seminary’s Lewis Center for Church leadership.
Covid-19 is revealing the scope of cleaning the planet
Decreased human activity from sheltering in place is clearing skies and waterways of pollution and leading to a resurgence of wildlife. But it also shows how hard it will be to make needed changes. From The Guardian.
June Toolkit: ‘Steward your new community’
Like a caterpillar emerging from a cocoon to new life as a butterfly, we can help our congregations awaken from Covid-19 to a reality that is deeper, richer and more beautiful. Explore stewarding a new community in this month’s free “Stewardship Toolkit” from SOLI editor Rob Blezard. (Photo: Alias 0591, Creative Commons)
Use these guides to get to ‘Your Healthiest Self’
What’s the state of health for your body? Your relationships? Your feelings? Your surroundings? Other areas? The Wellness Toolkits from the National Institutes of Health can help you find out. Use these for yourself and tell invite your congregants about them. (Photo: Joshua Smith, Creative Commons)
It’s all about faith, money, and serving one master
“We are all invited to live in this new realm that Jesus talked about, the Kingdom of God, which includes every aspect of our lives, including our money—perhaps especially our money,” says Mike Little, director of the Faith and Money Network. He explains in this magazine interview. (Photo: Oregon State University, Creative Commons)
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