Stretching is much like flossing. You know it’s good for your health, but for whatever reason, you may not always make time for it. Regular stretching becomes especially important as you age. Flexibility naturally declines over time, as muscles lose strength and tone, and ligaments and tendons get tighter. Harvard Medical School offers a simple […]
Not all gifts are helpful to receive. A gift acceptance policy can help when a church has to refuse a gift that either does not fit the needs of the congregation or would create a financial or legal liability. The Episcopal Diocese of Washington offers this sample policy. (Photo by Deklofenak, via Big Stock Photo.)
If the church wins the lottery, that’s luck. Other than that, most congregational paths to financial stability involve remaining prayerful, being faithful, acting smart and staying on top of things. Here are 12 best practices that can guide your way, from Grow a Healthy Church. (Photo by Lisafx, via Bigstock.com)
Pope Francis has followed up “Laudato Si,” his landmark 2015 encyclical on the environment, with practical steps for achieving sustainability. Called “Journey for the Care of the Common Home,” the document provides guidance God’s people concerned about creation, Religion News Service reports. (Photo: Aleteia Image Department, Creative Commons)
Summertime, and the traveling is … tricky! You definitely want to take that vacation for health of body and mind, but caution is advised as the pandemic continues unabated in many parts of the world. This Wall Street Journal article answers common questions. (Photo: by 19melissa68, Creative Commons)
What are the stewardship practices that work in a crisis? They’re the same ones that work in good times, says Bishop Greg Rickel of the Episcopal Diocese of Olympia, Wash. His illuminating PowerPoint presentation provides excellent insight for stewardship leaders in times good or bad. (Photo: Winston Heath, Creative Commons )
The Gospel teaches to not put trust in financial resources, but in “the true wealth” that is a relationship with Jesus Christ, Pope Francis said. “We are indeed – as St. Paul would say – ‘poor, but capable of enriching many; as people who have nothing and instead possess everything.’” (Photo: Semilla Luz, Creative Commons)
Today’s youth will inherit the climate mess created by their elders, but they need to be equipped to do so. In this essay, Rachel Schade, 16-year-old daughter of pastor and environmental activist Leah Schade, calls for schools to teach about the crisis. (Photo: garryknight, Creative Commons)
For clarifying our thoughts and priorities, there’s nothing like a crisis. And Covid-19 is a biggie. August’s “Stewardship Toolkit” explores how we can learn the lessons to steward our church for the future. It has a newsletter article, Sunday bulletin “snippets” and resource links. (Photo: Michael Coghlan, Creative Commons)
The great outdoors beckons with warm weather and longer days. Make the most of the season by turning your tired indoor fitness routine into creative outdoor workouts wherever you live or vacation. WebMD has assembled some workout tips from exercise physiologists. What are you waiting for? (Photo: David Hudson, Creative Commons)
