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Kids Explain Stewardship
The Young Investors Club of the Lutheran Church Extension Fund has released a delightful video asking children, “What is stewardship?” It’s a resource that can be shared with people of all ages to start a conversation about the wise use of our time, talent, and treasure. Here’s a direct link to the video for sharing… Read more »
New, Free Stewardship Programs Available
Looking for a free and joyous activity for your church with a whole-life stewardship emphasis? There are now three sets of materials are now available for downloading free from the District’s website. These programs from Stewardship Advisors are Scripturally-based, grace-centered, copy-ready, and contain everything your LCMS church will need: Bible studies, bulletin messages, commitment forms, daily devotions,… Read more »
New Stewardship Programs Available for Download
Stewardship Begins by Receiving
The stereotypical understanding of “stewardship” describes a process of giving, encourages generosity and seeks to inspire sacrificial giving. In my seven years in stewardship consulting, I’ve come to see “stewardship” and “generous giving” as a likely a second dynamic to “receiving” (yes, receiving). The grace to receive, the acceptance of God’s Gifts in whatever sacrificial… Read more »
“Green light” on University Lutheran relocation
On Monday, March 6, West Lafayette City Council voted 8-1 to approve rezoning of the Chauncey Hill property of University Lutheran Church. The decision is a final green light for plans to redevelop the corner of State Street and South Chauncey Avenue, and to relocate the church to a new location on Northwestern Avenue. The move… Read more »
Budget Cuts
Budget cuts are never easy but sometimes they are a necessity. How does one decide where to cut and what to leave standing? The choices are often different for a small congregation than for a large one, but here are some budgeting principles that may apply to all: Put “First Things First and Second Things… Read more »
What is Stewardship?
Lutheran Church Extension Fund
The Lutheran Church Extension fund section loan assistance to congregations and other services to help congregations as they plan new building projects and consider improvements to their existing facilities. This section also provides information about how members can support the work of LCEF through their invested dollar. What is LCEF? What makes LCEF unique? Why… Read more »
LCEF Services
Need help building your ministry vision? Architectural Demographics Capital Funding Joyful Response Labors For Christ As a leader in the church, you are among the very first to realize that your congregation or school may need to expand mission and ministry. Are your classrooms full of lively children? Do you run out of chairs for… Read more »