For several reasons, male depression often is not diagnosed or treated and can lead to serious and sometimes tragic results. But when treated, male depression usually gets better. The Mayo Clinic explains how to identify male depression and get help. (Photo: Creative Commons)
An endowment committee carries the significant responsibility of managing your church’s endowment. It requires thoughtful oversight, strategic planning, and a clear understanding of fiduciary duties. The Episcopal Church Foundation offers guidance and tips.
Share this message with your friends and congregation: An inclination to give is written on your soul, no matter how muted it may be by your present concerns or lack of belief. Church Leader Insights explains. (Photo: Creative Commons)
From plastic pollution to toxic chemicals all around us, it’s no secret that the world is in trouble from many environmental threats that demand immediate action, but which are the most pressing? Earth.org lists the priorities. (Photo: aussiegirl, Creative Commons)
Should a church be run as a prudent business or as spiritual enterprise that cares not for money? The Lewis Center for Church leadership says this false dichotomy is unproductive and suggests a balance. (Photo: Creative Commons)
RCL reflection, 3rd Sunday after Epiphany, Year C. Jan. 19, 2025. This week’s Epistle lesson provides a perfect occasion to preach about how we are gathered as Christ’s Body. In today’s divided culture, it’s a message we need badly. Deacon Timothy Siburg explores.
It’s not just teenage confirmation students who don’t get coveting, but our whole culture. Our consumer economy runs on covetousness, disguised as “keeping up with the Joneses.” Biblestudytools explores. (Photo: PublicDomainPictures)
Cryptocurrency emerged on the financial scene relatively recently, but it seems it’s here to stay. With more investors getting involved, churches will likely start getting crypto donations. SmartChurchManagement explores. (Photo: Marco Verch, Creative Commons)
Some 3,600 chemicals used in food packaging have been in human beings. Researchers said some of them are hazardous to human health. The study, and others like it, are leading to calls to rethink how our food is packaged, stored and prepared. NPR reports.
RCL reflection for the Second Sunday after the Epiphany, Year C. January 19, 2025. Jesus’ first miracle in John’s Gospel – turning water into wine – sets the themes for his ministry: Abundance, celebration, community, and turning the ordinary into the extraordinary. The Rev. Micah Kray explores. (Photo by Creative Commons)
