Browsing by Rob Blezard

When People Are Too Busy for Church

Whether by choice or forced to by the squeeze of economics, people are more harried and overbooked on weekends than they ever have been. But at the same time, our worship communities have done little to change to help families stay faithful. ideas, anyone? (Photo © mtkang – Fotolia.com)

Personal Finance Workshop

Help get your own finances in order, or lead a group in your congregation, with this handy, free four-session workshop on personal finances.  The resource will guide your self-study or small-group session. Helpful video, too! From the Disciples of Christ’s Center for Faith and Giving. (Photo © mangostock – Fotolia.com)

Should Pastors Know How Much Members Give?

Is it helpful or harmful if a pastor knows how much every member gives? On the one hand, it can help a pastor diagnose problems in the congregation. On the other hand, the pastor may start playing favorites. What do you think? Experts are divided, as this discussion by ChristianityToday.com reveals. (Photo © Michael Nivelet […]

Stewardship Starter Kit

Here’s a pretty sweet assortment of materials to get a congregation going in a stewardship program – from pledge cards to brochures. The Evangelical Covenant Church has put this together for its congregations, but this starter kit could provide wonderful inspiration and helpful guidance for any church to develop its own program.

Use that Nasty ‘S’ Word

Has stewardship become a nasty term in your congregation? When it’s mentioned, people avert their eyes, hold onto their wallets and run for the door? If so, here are some ideas for you! (Photo © BortN66 – Fotolia.com)

How to Write a Winning Grant Proposal

Foundations and other funders are eager to give grants to organizations that send in applications that meet their criteria and their mission. Listen to this podcast on how to maximize the chances that your church’s application will come out on top.  

8 Ways Stewardship Will Transform Your Leadership

Good leadership begins and ends around the issue of stewardship. The whole idea of stewardship relates back to the concept of watching over something for someone else, taking care of something you don’t own. Good tips from ChurchLeader.com.

Six Stewardship Words to Live By

Looking for a way to teach biblical stewardship in your congregation? This handy six-part series offers a study guide on important stewardship concepts — live, gather, connect, serve, give and multiply. Includes Bible references and teaching instructions. (Photo © Vibe Images – Fotolia.com)

11 Steps to Stewardship Success

The first step gets you started in the right direction: DREAM BIG! The rest keep you going towards your goals. Solid suggestions, written with a little bit of fun and life,  from the United Church of Christ. (Photo by Gynane via BigStockPhoto)

Away from the Noise

We can pray anywhere, and God is always around us all the time, but it’s easier to connect with the Divine One when we find moments of silence. It’s no wonder the world does everything it can to keep silence at bay. (Photo (c) dampoint – Fotolia.com)