Our church leaders are often overworked, sometimes lonely, and always underappreciated. So take a few minutes this month to say “thank you” and to show… Read More »11 Ideas to Say Thank You to Your Church Leaders and Staff
“As each one has received a gift, use it to serve one another as good stewards of God’s varied Grace” 1 Peter 4:10 I was… Read More »Teaching Stewardship as We Approach Advent Season
Welcome to our Parish! Reach beyond parishioners with invitation. We’re back! Or are we? Parishes are reporting that about 30% of parishioners have returned to… Read More »Getting Back to Church This Fall
Volunteers are a crucial part of any church or organization. Without volunteers, churches simply wouldn’t have enough staff resources to support most programs, activities, and… Read More »How to Motivate Volunteers at Church
The fall season brings many welcomed changes including a busier season for your parish. With more parish activities to plan and host, you need increased… Read More »Setting Up Online Giving For Churches and Parishes with Abundant™
“I dream of a ‘missionary option,’ that is, a missionary impulse capable of transforming everything, so that the Church’s customs, ways of doing things, times… Read More »Evangelization is Not Recruitment
“A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this everyone will know… Read More »Engagement is Not Enough – How to Build Parish Community
Since religious organizations have specific tax laws recognizing their rights under the First Amendment and state and federal tax laws change from time to time,… Read More »How Long Should a Church Keep Tithe Records?
Generating enthusiasm among church members is challenging when many have not returned to your church, and others have headed out of town to enjoy their… Read More »Using Small Events to Engage
Before Janet (pictured above in the white sweater and yellow scarf) was called into ministry, she had been a practicing lawyer, and then in legal… Read More »Holy Martyrs is making ministry strides!
Students of all ages are preparing for graduation right now. Graduation ceremonies are more than just an acknowledgment of academic achievements. These ceremonies close one… Read More »Faith During Graduation Season
Here are some easy snack ideas to make your VBS snacks a great success! God Created Everything Snack Mix! This is an easy recipe that… Read More »Easy VBS Snack Recipes
