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A Legacy for the Kingdom or for Canines?
For better or for worse, what’s done now will tell your story later. Will your legacy reflect your Kingdom calling. . . or will it be fit for the dogs?
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February 19, 2019
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Can These Bones Live?
“Sovereign Lord, you alone know.” You know these words because you've felt them. Overwhelmed and without recourse, you've remained open to the possibilities of what only God can do.
February 4, 2019
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My Wealth and My Neighbor
When it comes to generous giving, it's not "either-or" but "both-and." It's not just "my family" but "my family" and "my neighbor."
December 17, 2018
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Connect the Dots
Connect the dots is magical—at least for someone like me, who barely managed a passing grade in high school art class! In my work this past year, I've been connecting the dots between churches and Barnabas Foundation.
November 20, 2018
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Since When Does Winning $1.6 Billion Mean You’ve Made It?
Lottery records will keep shattering. Dreams about how to spend untold millions will continue to be spun by throngs. Does that mean the Church can’t grow believers who know better?
November 5, 2018
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Legacy Foundation: One Church’s Story
Leaders at Pease CRC talked about a foundation for many years without any success. But recently their talk turned into action when the church established a Legacy Foundation through Barnabas Foundation.
October 23, 2018
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Hey, Church...Wanna Hear a Secret?
In the past year since becoming Barnabas Foundation’s church communications director, I’ve realized many churches miss something critical that other Christian not-for-profits get. Let me share the secret.
October 8, 2018
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Before You Talk About Money With Your Kids, Say This
Countless voices tell our children money makes the world go round. Parents must speak louder and say otherwise.
September 24, 2018
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A Lesson From Aretha Franklin for the Church
Few church members will receive fame and accolades the way Aretha Franklin did during her lifetime. But every believer, no matter how meager their circumstances, can learn a valuable lesson from her about important conversations with fellow believers and loved ones.
September 17, 2018
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Legacy Foundation: One Church’s Story
Join me on Facebook for a live discussion on Sept. 20, where I will host Rev. Michael Ten Haken, pastor at Pease CRC, to hear the story of how his church came to establish a Legacy Foundation and what a difference it has made.
September 10, 2018
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How Generosity Crushes Greed
A fascinating classroom experiment at the University of Maryland illustrates an important truth. Even a handful of saints giving sacrificially can make a really big difference.
July 30, 2018
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Paying for Church Ministry…Who Decides? Me or My Millennial Friend?
Lecturing my millennial friend on the priorities of giving won't accomplish much. Truth is, he has a lot more to say about how and when church ministry will be paid for than I do.
July 3, 2018
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You’re the Total Package…but Are You Generous?
The uncomfortable truth is that something is missing if our prayers and serving and witnessing aren’t coupled with generous giving.
May 22, 2018
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Choosing a Digital Giving Company
More and more churches are exploring how their congregations can give beyond the offering plate. But deciding which digital company to use for these giving options is confusing! Here's some help.
April 23, 2018
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So What’s the Blessing From Giving?
It’s more blessed to give than to receive; but just how is blessing realized through giving? Who gets it? What does it look like? What do YOU think?
April 10, 2018
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The God-Shaped Life
Jesus' agenda is radical because it orients us to God in the first place so that our living is shaped by God's priorities, instead of our own.
March 12, 2018
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Money vs. Ministry
Why, so often, during my 23 years of parish ministry, did my own actions and attitudes related to money betray my faith convictions about it?
January 16, 2018
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Beneficiary Designation: Retirement Plan for CRC Ministers
A minister receiving a retirement benefit from the Ministers' Pension Plan may need to complete this form for changing their beneficiary designation.
January 16, 2018
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2018 Pension and Insurance Report to Synod
This annual report to synod gives an overview of the Ministers' Pension plans including performance and funding.
January 16, 2018
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Clergy Finance: Pointers for Pastors & Church Leaders
This webinar provides helpful financial information for clergy members.
January 16, 2018
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Long Term Disability Income Protection Insurance Plan Highlights (US)
These highlights provide an overview of the long term disability income protection that may accompany active participation in the US Ministers' Pension Plan
January 16, 2018
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Ministers’ Pension Plan Highlights (US)
The U.S. Ministers' Pension Plan serves the retirement needs of CRC ordained ministers of the Word. This summary provides an overview of eligibility and primary benefits for pastors participating in the US Ministers' Pension Plan.
January 16, 2018
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Long Term Disability Income Protection Insurance Plan Highlights (Canada)
These highlights provide an overview of the long term disability income protection that may accompany active participation in the Canadian Ministers' Pension Plan
January 16, 2018
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Ministers’ Pension Plan & Long Term Disability Registration Information
Upon ordination into the ministry of the Word in the Christian Reformed Church, a minister will be eligible to become a member of the Ministers' Pension Plan.
January 8, 2018
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Ministers’ Pension Plan Highlights (Canada)
The Canadian Ministers' Pension Plan serves the retirement needs of CRC ordained ministers of the Word. This summary provides an overview of eligibility and primary benefits of the Canadian Ministers' Pension Plan.