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)
The Moravian Ministries Foundation has put together this free handy and flexible study guide for small groups. Plenty of stewardship-related Scripture verses from which to choose. Pick the ones you like and plan a class series. (Photo: Alvanman, Creative Commons)
RCL reflection for Transfiguration Sunday, Year C, March 2, 2025. The disciples who accompany Jesus on the mountain witness incredible sights, but they also hear something amazing: God commanding hem to listen to Jesus. What is God telling them – and us – and why? Pastor Robert Blezard explores. (Photo: Creative Commons)
Cemeteries provide a refuge and habitat for plants and wildlife, as well as a quiet, park-like place for people to stroll, jog or birdwatch. At the same time, they can be potential sources of pollution from human burial customs. The Sierra Club explains. (Photo: Waldopepper, Creative Commons)
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.
Many church professionals avoid fundraising like bedbugs, but ensuring that there are financial resources for God’s ministry is an honorable and necessary task. In this essay, two fundraisers share their experience. From Luther Seminary’s Faith+Lead. (Photo: Creative Commons)
RCL reflection, 7th Sunday after Epiphany, Year C. February 23, 2025.
In today’s climate of mean divisiveness, God’s people need to hear – and carry – a message of God’s love and mercy. This week’s Gospel lesson from Jesus’ ‘Sermon on the Plain’ provides perfect material. Deacon Timothy Siburg explores. (Photo: Creative Commons)
For centuries, Christians have observed the season of Lent. But what exactly the season all about? And how can modern followers of Jesus use it as a tool to build their faith? This article from Christianity.com explores. (Image: Creative Commons)
Our culture’s consumer economy is so fueled by an incessant desire for “more” that we might consider it normal, even healthy, to satisfy every want. But when does desire cross into idolatry? And what is idolatry, anyway? This essay from Catholic Exchange explores. (Photo: Creative Commons)
The link between alcohol consumption and cancer is not new, but mounting evidence prompted the U.S. Surgeon General to call for warning labels on alcohol containers. What are we to make of it? What are the risks? Science Alert explores. (Photo: Kimery Davis, Creative Commons)
