Palm/Passion Sunday, Year C, April 13, 2025. When we serve all whom we encounter in this beautiful yet broken world, we are going to get dirty. Our hands will be soiled, our hearts will be stained, and our dreams will be sullied. The Rev. Sharron R. Blezard explores. (Photo: Paukrus, Creative Commons)
Stewardship is too often seen only as money for the church, when there are so many deeper meanings that impact discipleship. To help you learn, the Institute for Faith, Work & Economics explains the basics of biblical, whole-life stewardship. (Photo: Creative Commons)
The principle is simple: Help people learn why and how they should give, and your congregation will likely get the resources it needs for mission. This article from Crosswalk.com gives you some great advice. (Photo: Timur Weber, via Pexels)
Communication is crucial in sending the right message about stewardship and the church’s need for resources to fund its mission. The right message, framed well and timed well, goes a long way. The Moravian Ministries Foundation explains. (Photo: Daniel Dionne, Creative Commons)
It’s not only important to have good policies for handling offerings, but also important that they actually be followed and updated from time to time. How is your congregation doing in this score? This resource from the United Methodist Church suggests best practices. (Photo: Creative Commons)
Earth Day, April 22, is only a weeks away! Start planning now to observe it with education, worship and hands-on activities. SOLI has compiled a number of great sites and resources to fit any context! (Photo: Aussiegal, Creative Commons)
Considering that 350,000 Americans experience a sudden heart attack each year, an automatic external defibrillator is a must for your church. Why? They save lives! But with so many options, how do you select what’s right? ChurchLeaders explains. (Photo: Creative Commons)
