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Pledge Cards for Kids

September 18, 2014 By Rob Blezard

“I want to give too!” begins this wonderful pledge card for children designed by the Evangelical Covenant Church. What a wonderful way to help teach a habit of generosity to kids. (Photo by Richard Wagoner, used by Creative Commons license)

‘A Call to Offering’

September 18, 2014 By Rob Blezard

Don’t waste those precious moments just before the ushers start to pass the collection plates — use them for “a call to offering” or “stewardship meditation.” You can help set the tone for generosity and cheerful giving. From the Center for Faith & Giving. (Photo by Lisafx, via Bigstock.com)

9 Study Sessions in Stewardship

September 16, 2014 By Rob Blezard

Look no further for a good selection of materials to lead a class, workshop or Bible study on stewardship. From the Faith Aflame resources offered by the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, these guides cover everything from “What is Stewardship” to a four-part series on “Stewardship Fundamentals.” (Photo by Alvanman, used by Creative Commons license)

Harvest Liturgy

September 10, 2014 By Sharron R. Blezard

Harvest time is in full swing in the many parts of the northern hemisphere. If you’re planning a Harvest Sunday, here’s an almost complete liturgy from the “parishLife” blog of Simon Rundell, rector and author. Be sure to check out his other work whilst you’re there. (Photo: Herry Lawford, Creative Commons)

Model Church Financial Policy

September 10, 2014 By Sharron R. Blezard

Does your congregation have an updated financial policy? If not, here’s a good place to start. LifeWay and Keith Hamilton provide a downloadable 2-page model policy that you can use or build on. (Photo: Ken Teegardin, Creative Commons)

Intro to Stewardship for Children

September 9, 2014 By Sharron R. Blezard

Here’s a complete introduction to stewardship for children with lesson, talent card, commitment form, activities, and suggestions for parents. The curriculum is a free downloadable PDF from the American Carpatho-Russian Orthodox Diocese of the U.S.A. (Photo: AngryJulieMonday, Creative Commons)

How About a “Mad-Libs” Pledge Card?

September 9, 2014 By Sharron R. Blezard

Here’s a great idea and conversation starter from our friends at ECF Vital Practices! Consider your own version of this Chicago parish’s Mad-Lib-style pledge card. (Photo: Jenna, Creative Commons)

A Conversation with Wendell Berry

September 3, 2014 By Sharron R. Blezard

Watch the 2013 Chubb Lecture at Yale University, A Conversation with Wendell Berry, posted on the website of the Forum on Religion and Ecology at Yale. While you’re there check out the many other resources available on this website. (Photo: Center for Interfaith Relations, Creative Commons)

Got a Minute? Watch a Stewardship Tip

September 2, 2014 By Sharron R. Blezard

Here’s a wonderful buffet of brief video segments from the Center for Faith and Giving featuring pastors and stewardship experts discussing various stewardship topics. Watch these yourself, share them with your stewardship team, or use them as congregational giving moments. (Photo: Ed Brambley, Creative Commons)

You Have to Ask!

September 1, 2014 By Sharron R. Blezard

Brian Rose is convinced that we have to have the “money” talk in church. In this short article, Rose (lead navigator for Auxano) offers seven actions to get you started and keep you going. Let’s face it, if we don’t ask, the church won’t receive and our ministries will lack funding. (Photo: keoni kabral, Creative […]