RCL reflection for Proper 22, Year B. October 6, 2024. This Sunday’s Gospel reading is especially challenging, as it deals with a difficult issue. Divorce is a reality in our culture, so it’s important that we pay attention to Jesus’ teaching. The Rev. Elisabeth Shelton Hartwell explores.
Here’s a comprehensive resource for you or your study group. The 81-page pdf guide from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops is a deep look at stewardship from faithful and practical standpoints. (Photo: Creative Commons)
Credit scores can be confusing and fraught with misinformation. Many people don’t know what actions can raise or lower their scores. And surveys show that many people have no idea of what their credit score is. U.S. News explains. (Photo: Creative Commons)
The flu vaccine can lower your risk of getting the flu. It also can lower the risk of having serious illness from the flu and needing to stay in the hospital or dying from the flu. The Mayo Clinic explains the risks and benefits. (Photo: Creative Commons)
RCL reflection, Proper 21, Lectionary 26, Year B. Sept. 29, 2024. Complain, complain, complain. We live in a culture of complaint. But when God’s people complain, they forget God’s providence, power and promises. This is a good week for a preacher to remind them. The Rev. Dr. Linda F. Bell explores. (Photo: Creative Commons)
Composting food waste, yard trim and other organic materials is a nature’s way of recycling. Composting uses bacteria or worms to transform nutrient rich fertilizer for your garden. This EPA website explains everything. (Photo: Creative Commons)
A capital campaign is a tried-and-true way to grow your mission and impact. But a DIY capital campaign takes some careful planning and execution. OneCause outlines the steps you can anticipate. (Photo: Creative Commons)
We often take for granted our harvest time and abundant food, but they are true miracles from God. That’s the theme of this month’s free stewardship toolkit newsletter. With weekly Stewardship Snippets. (Photo: Tiffany Whitehead, Creative Commons)
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.
If churches are to help a new generation of givers embrace pledging, it’s critical to frame the conversation around spiritual rather than institutional needs. Pledging is a vital spiritual discipline that helps us grow in generosity and faith. The Lewis Center for Church Leadership explains.
