Inspirational

December 5, 2018

Connecting Advent and Stewardship

For the first time in several years, I made it back to my alma mater, St. Olaf College, to attend their annual Christmas Festival. For the...

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Inspirational

November 28, 2018

All You Need to Do Is TRY

On the evening of June 7, 2017, many Americans were touched and tears started streaming down their faces as they listened to the words of a...

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Operational

thanksgiving finance

November 21, 2018

Thankful for Good Finances

It’s funny how a blocked toilet can put everything into perspective. With the arrival of Thanksgiving this week, it’s only fitting to...

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Inspirational

November 14, 2018

Stepping in Hidden Holes

Recently, I was playing a round of golf with some friends. I’m really not too much of a golfer but believe in getting out and giving it...

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Ministerial • Operational

November 7, 2018

What’s New in Giving? Four Trends to Act On

As church participation continues to decline, even the most optimistic, faith-fueled pastors are taking notice. In the midst of...

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Inspirational • Operational

October 24, 2018

Your Congregation Craves the Convenience of Electronic Giving

Electronic giving is no fad; according to a new study, it is the preferred method of giving for a majority of church members. In other...

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Ministerial

October 17, 2018

How to Use Testimonials to Promote Planned Giving

Testimonies are a powerful tool to cultivate transformational gifts in your organization. Don’t miss out on the chance to shine a light...

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Inspirational • Operational

October 10, 2018

How to Make Sure Your First-Time Donors Repeat Their Gift

The Law of Inertia states that an object at rest tends to stay at rest unless acted on by an external force. The same tends to be true...

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Inspirational

October 3, 2018

The Roots of Stewardship: Serving Fellow Christians

Serving one another within the body of Christ means using our spiritual gifts. In 1 Corinthians 12–14, Paul described how we are to use...

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Inspirational

September 26, 2018

How Much Do You Value Generosity?

At this year’s Pathways to Generosity: Signs of Hope Conference, Rev. Dr. James F. Miller set the tone for the event during the...

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