When the Grumblers are Too Loud
Rev. Dr. David A. Davis explores Matthew 20:1-16, the Parable of the Laborers in the Vineyard, and challenges readers to consider how easily complaints about fairness can overshadow the radical generosity of God. He reflects on the surprisingly small role of “grumbling” in the Gospels and contrasts it with the loud voices of criticism, resentment, and self-interest that often dominate today’s world. The article encourages Christians and congregations to keep their focus on Christ’s message of grace, welcome, and generosity rather than allowing negativity to drown out the Gospel’s transformative power.
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Gratitude and Generosity abound in our churches
“Scientific research tells us that practicing gratitude helps reduce stress, lifts our mood and over time makes positive thinking a lasting habit. Practicing gratitude even helps us sleep better, can help lower blood pressure and build our immunity.” Rev. Dr. Heidi Bolt, Ministry Relations Officer of the Northwest Region, shares how generosity and gratitude go hand in hand.
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Strengthen your church financial leadership with our no cost, 12-month coaching program that pairs pastors with an experienced, trained personal coach. A coach could assist you with finance and generosity challenges and thinking through a plan to create a culture of generosity within your congregation.
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Stewardship campaign checklist gets churches ready for fall
Ahhh, autumn … football games, maybe leaves changing colors, a break from summer’s heat, and gearing up for your church’s Fall Stewardship Campaign. While we often advise churches to keep stewardship in mind and discussed year-round, the reality is that most congregations prepare a push each fall, so in this article we are providing some tips to help create a checklist to keep things focused.
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Building communities of generosity
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“My husband and I enjoy sharing our giving with our children and grandchildren, and our Donor-Advised Fund at the Foundation allows us to do that easily. We make most gifts from our DAF.”
Sherry Kenney
retired Ministry Relations Officer