RCL reflection, 11th Sunday after Pentecost, Proper 14A. August 9, 2026. The Rev. Robert Blezard reflects on Elijah’s encounter with God and Peter stepping out of the boat, exploring the courage it takes to speak truth, confront injustice, and trust God’s presence.
Prepare for the new school year with worship ideas, blessing resources, outreach opportunities, and practical ministry tools from the United Methodist Church. These resources can help congregations welcome students, teachers, and families as a new school year begins. (Photo: ResourceUMC)
Looking for a flexible stewardship campaign? Join the ELCA Stewardship office for a Zoom on Aug. 31 6pm CT to explore The Joy of Generosity, a free stewardship series that is easy to implement and adaptable for contexts of any size. No registration is required. (Photo: Indiana-Kentucky Synod ELCA)
Many long to see young families in their church, but there is no one-size-fits-all solution. Sarah Bentley Allred shares insights and encouragement for those seeking to build authentic relationships and create welcoming communities where families can grow in faith. (Photo: Creative Commons)
Strong leaders don’t always require a big budget. In this article from Faith & Leadership, Laura E. Everett shares 10 practical, low-cost ideas to help congregations and organizations cultivate and support leaders with the resources they already have. (Photo: Creative Commons)
This ELCA Worship blog post provides background and practical implications for an addition to the church year calendar. “Creation in Christ” (or “Feast of Creation”), to be observed on Sept. 1 or the Sunday following, is supported with lectionary readings and forthcoming worship resources. (Photo: Feast of Creation)
As temperatures rise, so do the risks to our neighbors. This resource from Creation Justice Ministries explains the health impacts of extreme heat and provides a guide, presentation slides, and an informational handout, to help educate, prepare, and care for those most vulnerable. (Photo: Creation Justice Ministries)
