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Retelling Childhood Stories
Perhaps the most insightful moment came when one pastor asked: What is your earliest childhood memory?
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January 6, 2020
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It's How They Lived
When the daughters of Hal and Jane Rodenhouse began to lend a hand with their parents’ finances, they were astounded by what they discovered.
January 6, 2020
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Regional Pastors Bookshelf: "The Second Mountain" Book Review
If you are looking for a book around which to gather local clergy to have good conversation on transitions, The Second Mountain is an approachable and compelling read.
December 10, 2019
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"God Doesn't Want Your Ten Percent" Video
To tithe or not to tithe? Watch this video where we discuss the biblical teaching of tithing.
November 25, 2019
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Where Is Their Wealth Going?
A young pastor recently said to me, “Two-thirds of our church’s members are 65 years and older. What I want to know is this: Once they’re gone, where is all their wealth going?”
November 11, 2019
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Generosity’s Ripple Effect
Even in their will, Rich and Ann Meyer were careful to reflect giving as a priority.
November 7, 2019
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Mentoring in an 'I' World (Nov 2019 Youth Ministry Newsletter)
In the November 2019 Youth Ministry newsletter, Travis Deur explores the benefits of surrounding young people by a team of adults.
October 30, 2019
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Now Available! "Generosity Today" Fall Issue
Generosity Today is a quarterly publication from The Barnabas Foundation. It's designed to inspire generosity and educate your congregation about smart ways they can support your church beyond the offering plate.
October 29, 2019
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Does Jesus Want Me to Buy My Friends?
“Come again, Jesus? You’re pushing swag? To influence people? A bit unseemly, wouldn’t you say?”
October 15, 2019
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Practicing God's Presence: One Church's Story (Recording)
What does it look like to try and practice the presence of God together as a congregation? Rev. Greg Janke, pastor at Palos Height CRC, shares his church's story.
October 8, 2019
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A Day With Ruth Haley Barton: Strengthening the Soul of Your Leadership
Join us for a one day seminar with Ruth Haley Barton as we explore how you can experience God's care for your own soul.
October 2, 2019
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Post What You Preach
As communicators, we have the opportunity to inspire people, remind them of truth, and reiterate what is experienced on Sunday. Below are some simple tips to help you “post what you preach.”
October 1, 2019
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Every Reformed Ministry Leader Would be Blessed by Attending this Event
Looking for a way to encourage and equip congregational leaders who are engaged in faith formation ministry? Check out this event.
September 30, 2019
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Three Ways to Turn Giving Into Ministry
What if we could change the narrative from "gotta" give to "get to" give?
September 19, 2019
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The Greatest of Songs
I want to love this song freely and with reason, not feeling like a fraud in my singleness.
September 17, 2019
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Practicing God's Presence: One Church's Story
Join Barnabas Foundation Thursday, Sept. 19 at 11 a.m. as we talk with Rev. Greg Janke, senior pastor at Palos Heights CRC, about the challenges and opportunities of growing corporate spiritual discipline.
September 9, 2019
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"Why Is Talking About Money So Hard?" Webinar Recording
Listen in as Phil Leo and Rev. Dave Den Haan talk about some of the thorny issues pastors are faced with when it comes to talking finances.
September 2, 2019
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Who Can Be Called a Pastor?
In the CRC, is the title limited only to those who are ordained?
August 20, 2019
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Let's Talk Sermons
Is your church in the middle of a sermon series or getting ready to start a new one this fall? If so, what is the topic?
August 20, 2019
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Should Pastors Know How Much Church Members Give?
I never wanted to know how much church members were giving; I didn't think it was any of my business. That assumption was a mistake.
August 1, 2019
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What Followers Should Expect from Spiritual Leaders
How about we give our spiritual leaders—and ourselves—an important gift: the gift of humanity.
July 23, 2019
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The One Thing
Let’s be clear, the point Jesus is making is not to live in abject poverty. Instead, it’s to trust God for your security and future, more than anything or anyone else.
July 9, 2019
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Funding Secrets From the Nonprofit World
In this recording, Phil Leo and Kurt Knoll, both from the Barnabas Foundation, share secrets from the nonprofit world for sustaining and expanding ministry. Tons of takeaways!
July 9, 2019
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Resources for Preaching on the Miracles of Jesus
In this short piece, I will highlight four books that have been helpful in sermon preparation on the miracles of Jesus, a subject which occupies about 20% of the contents of the Gospels.
June 25, 2019
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"You're All Caught Up"
I wonder what happen if more people sat in silence and solitude a little more often. What if Jesus’ followers, the Church, led the way in unplugging every now and then? How might it change us?