Spiritual Health
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Posted on April 30, 2013, 12:20 am | 4 comments
Topics: Congregation, Spiritual Health
In the middle of a poorly run meeting a question I didn't want to answer bubbled up: "Have I learned more about how to be a good administrator than I have about how to be a faithful disciple through my congregation?"
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Posted on April 22, 2013, 12:06 am
Topics: Spiritual Health
There are many ways God is revealed in our lives - however, we must be careful not to confuse God revealed with God himself! Too often we forget that things like the confessions and creeds were created to point us to a person, Christ, not to replace that person! As leaders we need to continually draw near to God, to know him more, so that we may lead his people as he would.
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Posted on March 2, 2013, 1:04 pm | 2 comments
Topics: Spiritual Health
Why is it important to be part of a denomination? How well are we teaching Church History in our local churches?
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Posted on February 19, 2013, 2:36 am | 2 comments
Topics: Spiritual Health, Stewardship
Most of us have debt. Student Loans. Car Loans. Mortgages. Credit cards. Lines of Credit. With all these regular payments our income is quickly depleted. Add to it regular living expenses and it's clear we just can't afford to give. Giving is not a priority. But should it be?
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Posted on February 12, 2013, 3:10 am | 6 comments
Topics: Spiritual Health, Stewardship
When it comes to financial stewardship many of us would like to have a clear answer to the question "How much should I give". Unfortunately the Bible does not give us a straight-forward answer which is why there are differing opinions about how much we are supposed to give, resulting in many confused people.
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Posted on February 5, 2013, 8:53 am | 8 comments
Topics: Spiritual Health, Stewardship
Financial stewardship is a topic we don't touch on frequently in the church, yet we deal with money daily! This week we're starting our journey into the questions related to tithing, giving and money in general. It's open season on financial stewardship - so bring your thoughts and questions to the table as we discuss this topic together.
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Posted on January 15, 2013, 2:03 am
Topics: Congregation, Spiritual Health
We're called to devote ourselves to prayer. This year let's take that call seriously and intentionally pray for our communities knowing that God is moving, his kingdom is coming, and we have a calling to fulfill.
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Posted on October 15, 2012, 10:18 am
Topics: Spiritual Health
Our diaconal responsibilities may sometimes feel repetitive or the nature of needs we're facing may be daunting. There comes a time when a break from the typical is helpful to refocus our energies and inspire us in new ways. Diaconal Ministires of Canada is hosting two "Day of Encouragement" events - and it could be exactly what you're looking for right now!
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Posted on July 23, 2012, 1:06 am
Topics: Spiritual Health
It's summertime! As this is often a "slower" time in ministry, it becomes a great time to reflect on the past year and look forward to the year ahead!
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Posted on May 29, 2012, 1:11 am | 1 comment
Topics: Congregation, Spiritual Health
When we become task focused we can lose sight of what God is calling us to, or asking of us - as individuals and churches. What would it look like for us to stop staring at the trees, but rather see beyond the immediate and discover our unique ways of serving.
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Posted on April 3, 2012, 1:55 am
Topics: Roles, Spiritual Health
A poem by Edgar Guest reminds us that our lives are sermons, and invites us as leaders to live out our faith - as it is often more powerful to see a sermon lived out than to listen to one. "I'd rather see a sermon than hear one any day; I'd rather one should walk with me than merely tell ..."
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Posted on March 6, 2012, 1:44 am | 1 comment
Topics: Spiritual Health
It's seventh inning stretch time. This is the time of the year when the initial gusto of the start has waned, and now, you may find yourself in a bit of a rut. I always hope not, but the reality is that it happens. We get tired. It's tough. What should we do about it?
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Posted on February 21, 2012, 2:19 am
Topics: Spiritual Health
As children our lives are full of opportunities - and we seem to create endlessly in all sorts of ways. As we get older our lives change, our priorities and responsibilities look different and we may find ourselves idealizing those good old days, rather than living fully now. As deacons we can encourage hope and inspire joy simply by living truly.
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Posted on January 10, 2012, 4:54 am
Topics: Getting Started, Spiritual Health
How do you start your deacon meetings? Would you be interested in devotions that explore your calling to this role, while helping you understand the charge to deacons? Diaconal Ministries of Canada has provided deacons with another great resource - Devotions for Deacons!
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Posted on December 19, 2011, 2:48 am
Topics: Spiritual Health
It's been said that 90% of life is just showing up. I realized this week that HOW we show up is important. I think many of us (myself included) need to take a good hard look at the attitudes we are bringing to the table when we enter a particular situation, because it affects waaaaaay more than just ourselves.
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