Dr. Chuck Lawless believes people need “a vision…a challenge…a purpose” in order to give generously, and he offers 10 ideas to jump-start the process. Are you ready? (Photo: Kate Ter Haar, Creative Commons)
How Awe Makes Us Generous
The writers of the Psalter understood a thing or two about awe. Now here’s scientific research showing how experiencing awe links us to others and makes us more generous. (Photo: Herman Pinera, Creative Commons)
Let’s Hear it for Dirty Disciples!
14th Sunday after Pentecost, Year B Lectionary Reflection
August 30, 2015
Sometimes disciples have to get their hands dirty to do God’s work, and that may not always be the popular choice. Today’s lessons lift up the importance of seeing beyond a little surface dirt to the work of ministry and the love of neighbor. (Photo: St0rmz, Creative Commons)
Sharing Food and Stewardship
Check out Dr. Greg Carey’s reflection on feeding the hungry. There’s a strong stewardship component here–and feeding others is something we can do. How is your congregation working to eradicate hunger? (Photo: Rob Blezard)
Hungry Hungry Humans and the Bread of Life
Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost Year B Lectionary Reflection, August 16, 2015
If you’re ever played the game “Hungry Hungry Hippos” you may have a good image for this Sunday’s gospel reading. Curious? Read on! You can even find out how to make a “Hungry Hungry Human Game.” (Photo: Chris, Creative Commons)
Less Fuss, More Feasting
Lectionary Reflection for the 11th Sunday after Pentecost, Year B, August 9, 2015
It’s oh so easy to focus on the negatives in life and in our congregations. Jesus instructs us to choose another way, to feast on the Bread of Life and follow his lead. (Photo:Just Cook NYC, Creative Commons License)
Vacation? Turn Off Tech. Turn On Life.
Did you check your work email while on vacation? Chances are you did. This article examines our addiction to technology and the need for a break. Read Lloyd Alter’s article and then consider how you might enjoy a digital Sabbath. (Photo: Mike Prosser, Creative Commons)
Why Your Church Needs Mobile Giving
Here in three easy to understand charts is proof that your congregation needs (or at least should consider) mobile giving. The times they are a’changing. (Photo: )
Non-Perishable Discipleship
Tenth Sunday after Pentecost, Year B, August 2, 2015
Hungry people and perishing food do not make for a pleasing combination or happy picture, especially in light of this week’s gospel lesson (John 6:24-35) where we feast on the image of Jesus as the bread of life, as food that does not perish. There’s a stewardship connection here it would seem. (Photo US Department of Agriculture, Creative Commons)
Looking for a Summer Movie?
If you’re looking for a summer movie to compliment a study of environmental stewardship and climate change, check out the documentary Merchants of Doubt. Interfaith Power and Light has produced a faith-based study guide for the film. Click here for information about the film. (Photo: Ginny, Creative Commons)
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