Climate data for May showed that for the 12th straight month temperatures across the globe reached record highs. Even so, carbon dioxide emissions continue to rise at alarming rates. Discover magazine reports. (Photo: iphoneography, Creative Commons)
The Episcopal Church came up with a wonderful discipleship program, “The Way of Love.” The folks at Virginia Theolgical Seminary’s Lifelong Learning team offer resources and strategies to implement it in your congregation. (Photo: Marco Verch, Creative Commons)
We know the Bible invites believers to tithe their income, but how about churches? Tithing their income may be a good way to support the denomination, lead a community effort or fund a special project. It also sets an example! Patheos explores.
Everyone needs to go into debt at some point. But the borrowing world is full of traps and snares, often set by shady businesses! To help you steer clear of the mines, Forbes, the financial magazine, offers this excellent resource. (Photo: Creative Commons)
RCL reflection for Proper 4, 2nd Sunday of Pentecost, Year B. May 26, 2024.
Sabbath? What’s that? What’s it mean?Those questions haunt every generation. Jesus’ disagreements with the Pharisees over the Sabbath might give us clarity over how we are to observe Sabbath. The Rev. Elisabeth Hartwell explores.
It’s always the right time to educate congregants about whole-life stewardship, and to refresh those who have worked in the field for some time. To help, our friends at Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod offer “Stewardship Basics,” a free, comprehensive, in-depth eight-part Bible study.
Climate change due to fossil fuel consumption is the biggest problem. No surprise there! But how about the others? The next 14 may send chills down your back, even as they raise your awareness — and anger. Earth.org reports.
It is widely feared by people as they age, but dementia is not an inevitable part of life. Making even small healthy lifestyle changes can make a big difference in lowering your your risk of of dementia, as well as that of other chronic illnesses. From the Centers for Disease Control.
RCL reflection for Holy Trinity Sunday, May 26, 2024.
Mystery. In this scientific, secular and ultra-traditional age, is there room for mystery? Yes! Oh yes! We need it more than ever! And Holy Trinity Sunday is the perfect occasion to explore it with your congregation. Deacon Timothy Siburg explains.
Is your church fulfilling God’s mission? Are you struggling? And what assets does you church have to grow in mission and strength? June’s free Stewardship Toolkit explores. Plus, weekly RCL-based bulletin snippets. (Photo: Neil T, Creative Commons)
