The Bible tells us repeatedly to love one another. Jesus himself tells us that the world will know that we are his disciples if we… Read More »3 Steps to Loving Those Who May Feel Unlovable in Your Community
You rarely get a second chance to make a first impression. This is especially true of the first impression people have when they walk through… Read More »The Dos and Don’ts of Welcoming First-time Guests
When January rolls around, people of every age look for fresh starts, new habits, and positive changes they can make to help them have a… Read More »4 Steps to Increase Church Engagement in the New Year
A new year is a time for reflecting on where you’ve been and setting goals for where you want to go. Increasing attendance in your… Read More »Nights at the Round Table: Utilizing New Members to Increase Church Growth
Why Set Up Daily Advent Emails for Your Parish? Advent is a season of preparation, reflection, and anticipation as we journey toward the celebration of… Read More »Three Reasons to Send Daily Advent Reflection Emails to Your Parishioners
Church of the Nativity in Timonium, MD, is widely recognized for its connection to Rebuilt, an apostolate that emerged as an external ministry of the… Read More »Mission-Driven, Data-Informed: Church of the Nativity Applies MinistryPlatform for Ministry Outcomes
When churches need to raise funds for a project, many have heard of common events. Some may hold bake sales; others may do car washes.… Read More »Innovative Fundraising Ideas for Church Projects
It’s inevitable: sooner or later, your church will face unexpected financial difficulties. And when disaster strikes, you’ll want to have a solid plan in place… Read More »Crisis Stewardship: Navigating Financial Challenges in the Church
Autumn brings a unique opportunity for churches to foster deeper connections within their communities. The crisp air, colorful leaves, and the anticipation of harvest make… Read More »Family-Friendly Fall Activities to Foster Church Community
Life is loud. It’s not just blaring car horns on busy interstates or the endless pings of notifications. It’s also the low-level but persistent sounds… Read More »Embracing Silence, Finding Peace: A Catholic Perspective
July 16, 2024, was a historic, seven-day gathering of more than 60,000 Catholics for the National Eucharistic Congress. I attended as a representative of ACS… Read More »Embracing the Eucharistic Congress’ Call to Leadership Renewal
Financial transparency refers to the practice of openly sharing financial information and maintaining accountability in financial activities. In the context of church stewardship, financial transparency… Read More »Financial Transparency in Church Stewardship: A Guide for Accountability
