What was a church going to do with a $500,000 windfall? Well, it tithed the amount to congregants, giving everyone $242 to put toward helping others. It sparked an outpouring of generosity. Faithward.org explains. (Photo: Creative Commons)
How to choose the best AED for your church
Considering that 350,000 Americans experience a sudden heart attack each year, an automatic external defibrillator is a must for your church. Why? They save lives! But with so many options, how do you select what’s right? ChurchLeaders explains. (Photo: Creative Commons)
Group exercise can improve motivation and fitness
Exercising solo is great, but joining others is better, say experts at Ohio State University’s Wexner Medical Center. Group exercises provides motivation, accountability, competition, fun and friendship. And it’s likely you’ll get a better workout! (Photo: Creative Commons)
Electronic giving is a matter of hospitality
Research suggests most people would rather give to their churches electronically than the traditional cash or check offering. Wise churches offer a variety of e-giving possibilities. BuildingFaith at Virginia Theological Seminary explores.
Goals for finance and stewardship leaders
Every successful endeavor begins with clear goals. Does your finance and stewardship team have any? Ken Sloane of the United Methodist Church suggests 12 worthwhile goals that could provide focus and direction. (Photo: Pexels)
Deeper understanding: ‘People of the Nativity’
Do a deep dive on Christmas themes with a free Bible-study bundle from Christianity Today. The five-part series includes leader and participant guides and includes sessions about Jesus, Mary, Joseph, Shepherds and angels. Usual cost $19.95, but CT offering at no cost. (Photo: Creative Commons)
Fifteen minutes to a better church budget
Church budgeting is too often a dry process that involves numbers and estimates. But Logan Leadership suggests looking first church goals to make sure the most important areas are funded. (Photo: Creative Commons)
From fear to wonder: Ask and grow in understanding
RCL reflection for Proper 20, Lectionary 25, Year B. Sept. 22, 2024. A wise person once said the only dumb question is one not asked. That would apply to this week’s Gospel lesson, as the disciples are too afraid to question Jesus. But the Lord makes his points anyway. Deacon Timothy Siburg explores.
Cloth diapers: Better for the earth and babies
Americans throw away 27.5 billion disposable diapers a year, resulting in tens of millions of tons of waste. Moreover, scientists have found potentially harmful chemicals in disposables. Green America suggests cloth diapers. (Photo: Creative Commons)
Cruise ship vacations are CO2 nightmares
Compared to a flight to a destination and a stay in a fancy hotel, cruise-ship vacations emit about twice as much total greenhouse gas. Emissions are high despite the cruise industry’s efforts to bring more efficiency to their fleet. (Photo: Creative Commons)
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