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By Richelle Thompson
In breakout sessions and a Q&A period, the sentiment was universal: we want to read scripture. We need to read it. God is calling us to read, reflect, and respond.
By Ranjit Mathews
In our latest blog, Ranjit Mathews addresses the January 6 insurrection at the Capitol and its part in the White supremacy woven through United States’ history.
By Lisa G. Fischbeck
Lisa G. Fischbeck observes that as “the season of COVID stretches out, we find ourselves to be a people of longing – longing to be together, longing to worship God in song and movement, longing for the Sacrament of the Body of Christ.” In response, she shares a Liturgy of Longing with us.
By Nicole Foster
You wouldn’t think that hazing could be part of the process of taking holy orders, but unfortunately, it is. Nicole Foster explains what the term “apostolic hazing” means and what we can do about it.
By Ken Howard
Ken Howard brings 25 years of experience starting new congregations and redeveloping existing ones, so he’s learned more than a little about stewardship and what makes it successful. In this blog, he shares a list of ten important Dos and Don’ts. Give them a try!
By Miguelina Howell
Miguelina Howell shares five resources on stewardship and the pandemic.
By Linda Buskirk
In our latest blog, Linda Buskirk explores a fascinating idea, that every congregation should have a “story steward” to collect memories about their experiences with the church.
By Nicole Foster
Nicole Foster explores David’s situation as he is betrayed by Saul. She explains how God had a higher purpose for David that needed this step to take place, so that David could become a king in his own right.
By Annette Buchanan
In our latest blog, Annette Buchanan discusses lessons learned about stewardship during the pandemic.
By Linda Buskirk
In Pledging Commitment, Linda Buskirk discusses the idea that we want people to pledge their commitment to their church, to invest in her existence.