Talking about money is a taboo, right? But churches have to do it! There are definitely good and not-so good ways to address money. Tithe.ly suggests 10 common mistakes that leaders can avoid. (Photo: Creative Commons)
‘Loving your enemies’ – MLK’s sermon for our time
On this week of the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday, check out his stirring sermon on loving your enemies. Preached in 1957, it speaks prophetically to us in our time as well. From Stanford University’s MLK Institute.
Develop a year-round stewardship strategy
A year-round stewardship strategy is a good way to nurture a culture of generosity in your congregation. Watch this video of a webinar from the United Methodist Church to learn how. Handouts available. (Photo: Philip Chapman-Bell, Creative Commons)
Why your mindset will matter in 2024
Will your church thrive and grow in 2024? So much depends on the mindset of church leaders. Rick Warren explains how to begin the new year 2024 with the right mindset. (Photo: Hernan-Pinera, Creative Commons)
7 suggestions for reaching more people this Christmas
Christmas offers a great opportunity to bring both new visitors and fallen-away members into your congregation. The Lewis Center for Church Leadership offers tips to make the most of it this year. (Photo: Pascal Volk, Creative Commons)
The ‘dos’ and ‘don’ts’ of year-end steward leadership
Church leaders always want their congregations to end the year on a good stewardship note, but they may unwittingly sabotage their success. From Logan Leadership, here are some “dos” and “don’ts” to guide you. (Photo: Olia Danilevich, Pexels)
The responsibilities of your finance committee
An effective finance committee proposes a budget; then raises, manages, and distributes the financial resources to support the congregation. How? The United Methodist Church explains.
Tips for managing your congregation’s finances
All the variables involved make church finances complicated. You never know exactly how much income you’ll have, and unplanned expenses (replacing a boiler) are always lurking. SmartChurchMangement has suggestions.
Last-minute 2023 stewardship campaign ideas
So, fall 2023 crept up on you and you don’t have a stewardship plan? Well, it happens. Not to worry. Here are three easy and simple ideas you can implement before year’s end. From SOLI’s web editor Rob Blezard.
Where to start when you don’t know what to do
Congregations face so many problems, it’s easy for church leaders to get overwhelmed. This excellent free diagnostic tool from the Lake Institute on Faith & Giving can help clarify a way forward with the help of suggested resources. (Photo: Mimi K., Creative Commons)
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