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Ministry and Money: A Practical Guide for Pastors
This book incorporates the perspective, embodiment and proposes leadership skills which embraces financial help as an expression of faith.
The reader is offered an astute theology that can sharpen financial perspectives and practices. They can gain a vision on how to lead faithful and transformative conversations regarding the place of money in their lives and in the life of the church.
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Author: Janet T.Jamieson is Associate Professor of Accounting, [Philip D. Jamieson] is Assistant Professor of Pastoral Theology at the University of Dubuque.
Posted: 11/11/2009
Theme: Stewardship Leadership
© WestministerJohn Knox Press
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The Financial Wisdom of Ebenezer Scrooge: Transforming Your Relationship with Money
This book uses story about Ebenezer Scrooge in the Christmas Carol as a template for showing people how to be transformed by unraveling and changing for the better your hidden beliefs about money.
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Book Review
Author: Ted Klontz blends psychotherapy and financial planning. Rick Kahler-a pioneer in the "Financial Integration" evolution. Brad Klontz-a licensed clinical psychologist
Posted: 10/13/2009
Theme: Stewardship Leadership
© Health Communications, Inc.
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What Do I Own and Who Owns Me?
When all is said and done, we own nothing because we are possessed wholly and completely by a "good and gracious God."
The invitation we receive to follow Jesus Christ implies our willingness to live as stewards. Some of us understand. Some do not. Jesus also cautions that the more human treasure and talents we possess, the more likely it is that it will be difficult for us to be good stewards.
Sometimes we need a crisis to set our priorities straight. Archbishop Thomas Murphy, the former Archbishop of Seattle, related an experience in his life during the 1970s when he was confronted with unexpected serious surgery. It was then that he received the grace to ask himself honestly, 'What do I own and what owns me?' Those are very important questions for any steward, especially a follower of Jesus Christ. It is a new way of seeing things, an insight which is not customary in our daily routine when we seem to be in control.
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Book Review
Author: Dan Conway is president of RSI Catholic Services Group.
Posted: 10/12/2009
Theme: Stewardship Leadership
© Twenty-Third Publications
185 Willow Street
P.O. Box 180
Mystic, CT 06355
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The Generosity Factor: Discover the Joy of Giving Your Time, Talent, and Treasure
In the tradition of the mega-bestseller, The One Minute Manager, author Ken Blanchard and fast-food entrepreneur S. Truett Cathy (Chick-fil-A) create a parable that demonstrates the virtues of generosity, in contrast to selfishness and greed.
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Book Review
Author: Kenneth H. Blanchard is an internationally known management consultant, organizational leader and the author.
Posted: 7/21/2009
Theme: Communicating the Message
© Zondervan Publishing House
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From Good to Great
This summary of the book about transformational "From Good to Great" includes commentary regarding its applicability to congregations.
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Book Review
Author: Jim Collins
Posted: 7/17/2009
Theme: Resources
© Harper Business
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Receiving the Day
A Guide for Conversation, Learning, and Growth
The stewardship of time is a core discipline in living out the Christian life. At the very heart of that stewardship is to receive the gift of Sabbath.
In the midst of a frantic approach to time this book invites readers to embrace the gift of Sabbath as a path that leads to a deeper relationship with God and one another.
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Book Review
Author: Dorothy C. Bass , editor of "Practing Our Faith" and a historian of American religion, is director of the Valpariso University Project on the Education and Formation of People in faith.
Posted: 6/12/2009
Theme: Becoming a Steward
© Jossey-Bass, Inc., Publishers
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Let the Children Give: Time, Talents, Love and Money
People who are aware that they are stewards see the world differently.
It is never too early to help gain this perspective and to live into it. This book is full of ideas to help make this happen for children of all ages both as separate learning experiences in themselves or as a focused opportunity.
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Book Review
Author: Delia Halverson is the author of twenty books and numerous articles related to Christian Education and devotional resources. She is a Christian Education Consultant who lives in Woodstock, Georgia.
Posted: 6/11/2009
Theme: Stewardship Leadership
© Discipleship Resources
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The Soul of Money
Lynne Twist tells marvelous stories to illustrate the rich insights of The Soul of Money. A reading of this book could be a transforming experience.
- Glenn Taibl
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Book Review
Author: Lynne Twist is a fund raiser for the Hunger Project where she has raised more than $150M and is a volunteer for community based development. Her work is international and her focus very personal.
Posted: 5/11/2009
Theme: Stewardship Leadership
© The Soul of Money
Author – Lynne Twist
Publ. W.W. Norton – NY, NY
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Stewards in the Kingdom: A Theology of Life in All Its Fullness
This theological work identifies the "steward" as a central Christian identity that defines who we are in relationship to all aspects of our world, our life and our possessions.
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Book Review
Author: R. Scott Rodin is president of Rodin Consulting of Spokane, Wash., and former President of Eastern Baptist Seminary, Philadelphia.
Posted: 3/7/2009
Theme: Becoming a Steward
© InterVarsity Press (February 1, 2000)
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Free of Charge: Giving and Forgiving in a Culture Stripped of Grace
"This is a book about worshiping the true God and letting the true God act in us. It tells us as plainly as possible that the true God is a God who cannot stop giving and forgiving, and that our knowledge of this true God is utterly bound up with our willingness to receive from the hand of God the liberty to give and forgive."
Dr. Rowan Williams, Archbishop of Canterbury
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Book Review
Author: Miroslav Volf is the Henry B. Wright Professor of Theology at Yale Divinity School and Director of the Yale Center for Faith & Culture. He has published and edited nine books and numerous articles.
Posted: 2/28/2009
Theme: Becoming a Steward
© Zondervan
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Story of the Rose (A Lack of Generosity)
From Free of Charge by Miroslav Volf
Volf asserts that it is God's generosity that we are given absolutely everything. We are at our human best when we give and forgive. But we live in a world in which it makes little sense to do either one. In our increasingly graceless culture, where can we find the motivation to give? And how do we learn to forgive when forgiving seems counter-intuitive or even futile? A deeply personal yet profoundly thoughtful book, Free of Charge explores these questions--and the further questions to which they give rise--in light of God's generosity and Christ's sacrifice for us.
Volf draws from popular culture as well as from a wealth of literary and theological sources, weaving his reflections around the frame of Paul's vision of God's grace and Martin Luther's interpretation of that vision. Blending the best of theology and spirituality, he encourages us to echo in our own lives God's generous giving and forgiving.
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Book Review
Author: Miroslav Volf is an author and professor of Christian Theology. He is widely known for his works on systematic theology, ethics, conflict resolution, and peace-making.
Posted: 2/28/2009
Theme: Communicating the Message
© Miroslav Volf
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The Stewardship Companion: Lectionary Resources for Preaching
The focus of this stewardship commentary, based on the Revised Commmon Lectionary (A, B, C), is for any preaching occasion called for by the church's liturgical calendar.
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Book Review
Author: David N. Mosser is a senior pastor of First United Methodist Church, Arlington, Texas.
Posted: 1/1/2009
Theme: Communicating the Message
© Westminster John Knox Press
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The Green Bible
Promotional Information from Harper, Publisher:
The Green Bible will equip and encourage people to see God's vision for creation and help them engage in the work of healing and sustaining it. With over 1,000 references to the earth in the Bible, compared to 490 references to heaven and 530 references to love, the Bible carries a powerful message for the earth.
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Book Review
Author:
Posted: 10/21/2008
Theme: Stewardship Leadership
© HarperOne
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Ask, Thank, Tell: Improving Stewardship Ministry in Your Congregation
The author advocates a biblically-based primary relationship with Jesus Christ that includes open, basic, plain and on-going talk about money.
The emphasis is on mission, not maintenance; discipleship not membership; the giver's need to give, not the church's need to receive.
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Book Review
Author: Charles R. Lane serves as director for Stewardship Key Leaders Program for the ELCA. Prior to that he served as a pastor of three congregations and on synod staff.
Posted: 10/15/2008
Theme: Stewardship Leadership
© Augsburg Fortress, Minneapolis
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The Steward Living in Covenant: A New Perspective on Old Testament Stories
In a culture possessed by its possessions, the church is called to be counter-cultural. That's the case Ronald E. Vallet makes in his book, The Steward Living in Covenant: A New Perspective on Old Testament Stories.
"The church in North America is called to subvert the culture around it, but too often it is instead entrapped, seduced by the comfort of a consumer society that erases the church's memory of what it is called to be and to do," Vallet writes in this passionate and persuasive look at stewardship.
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Book Review
Author: Ronald E. Vallet serves American Baptist churches of New York state as minister for stewardship and mission support.
Posted: 8/28/2008
Theme: Stewardship Leadership
© Willliam B. Eerdmans Publishing Company
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Generous People: How to Encourage Vital Stewardship
Generous People gives detailed practical counsel with focus on growing people spiritually.
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Book Review
Author: Eugene Grimm is a stewardship specialist for the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America.
Posted: 8/11/2008
Theme: Stewardship Leadership
© Abingdon Press
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Basic Trek: Venture Into a World of Enough
The reader is invited to a 28 day meditative journey. The first week invites you to where you will find enough joy, the second week invites you to step out and explore enough simplicity, the third week you will lighten the pack in your search for enough for yourself, and the fourth week you will stay the course to discover enough for all.
Each day starts with a story and a Scripture passage followed by reflection questions to consider and actions to try.
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Book Review
Author: Edited by Dave Schrock-Shenk
Posted: 8/11/2008
Theme: Becoming a Steward
© Herald Press, Scottdale, PA 15683
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The State of Faith: God in the Workplace
This is a survey of spirituality in America's executive suites.
Gary Lawrence Writes:
"Contrary to the image many Americans hold of business executives due to highly visible corporate scandals, a recent poll reveals that when one looks beyond Wall Street, U.S. executives as a whole tend to be at least as ethical, religious and spiritual as the average American adult. In some cases they are even more devout in their religious beliefs and expressions."
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Book Review
Author: Gary Lawrence of Lawrence Research -- a full-service research firm specializing in public affairs and marketing issues. Doctorate in communication from Standford University.
Posted: 8/11/2008
Theme: Resources
© Mason Smiley Larson, LTD
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Stepping Stones of the Steward
(A Faith Journey Through Jesus' Parables)
Images of journey and steward are metaphors for the Christian's life. Vallet uses fourteen of Jesus' parables as a springboard to explore various dimensions of Christian stewardship.
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Book Review
Author: Ronald E. Vallet is an adjunct professor of administration and stewardship, McMaster Divinity College, Hamilton, Ontario.
Posted: 8/11/2008
Theme: Communicating the Message
© Wm B. Erdman's Publishing
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Wealth and Poverty
A perspective on the value of supply side economics.
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Book Review
Author: George Gilder
Posted: 8/11/2008
Theme: Resources
© ICS Press
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Inspire, Persuade and Lead: Communication Secrets of Excellent Leaders
The communication secrets of excellent leaders are summarized and illustrated by ten commandments of leadership communication.
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Book Review
Author: Paul Batz is a communicator, coach and marketer. He is an active lay leader in the church. He will become chair of the Board of Directors for LSS of Minn., in 2003.
Posted: 8/8/2008
Theme: Stewardship Leadership
© Beaver Pond Press
5125 Danen's Drive
Edina, MN 55439
952-829-8818
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A Step at a Time
Five quotes that will change the way you look at writing a stewardship letter.
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Book Review
Author: Glenn L. Borreson is the administrative pastor of Holmen Lutheran Church in Holmen, Wisc. He is the author of A Case For Excellence (CSS).
Posted: 7/31/2008
Theme: Stewardship Leadership
© CSS Publishing Company
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Christians, Christians, Everywhere, How Do Your Gardens Grow?
A Service for Youth Stewardship
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Book Review
Author: Cynthia E. Cowen is a licensed lay minister in a small congregation and is currently a rostered associate in ministry in Youth And Family at Our Saviour's Lutheran Church, Iron Mountain, Mich.
Posted: 7/31/2008
Theme:
© CSS Publishing
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From Every Angle
A Compendium Of Stewardship Resources:- Stewardship Sermons
- Temple Talks
- Nuggets
- Children's Object Lessons on Stewardship
- Stewardship Committee Agendas
- Stewardship Emphasis
- Sunday School Stewardship Emphasis
- Stewardship Skits
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Book Review
Author: Multiple authors including Alex Gondola, Elaine Ward, John Wurster, Edward Bowen, John Brokhoff and T.A. Kantonen
Posted: 7/31/2008
Theme: Resources
© CSS PUBLISHING COMPANY
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Money and the Kingdom of God
Can the rich be righteous; can the righteous be rich?
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Book Review
Author: Maurice A. Fetty recently retired after serving for 13 years as the senior minister of the Congregational Church of Manhasset (United Church of Christ) in Manhasset, N.Y.
Posted: 7/31/2008
Theme: Becoming a Steward
© CSS PUBLISHING COMPANY
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Proven Resources for Stewardship Promotion
Drawn from countless workshops and seminars conducted during a 16-year stint as a stewardship consultant, this book provides a wealth of proven "hands-on" material.
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Book Review
Author: Allan J. Weenink served for 24 years as senior pastor of First Presbyterian Church in Battle Creek, Mich., and for 16 years as a consultant on stewardship.
Posted: 7/31/2008
Theme: Stewardship Leadership
© CSS Publishing Company
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A Theology for Christian Stewardship
"From the doctrine of creation we derive the concepts of God's sovereignty and our trusteeship and responsibility. From the doctrine of redemption we derive our insight into the grace which restores sinners into fellowship with God and awakens the gratitude, joy and love which motivates us to give our lives to our Redeemer. From the doctrine of sanctification we derive our understanding of the living faith which, drawing upon God's resources, bears fruit in obedience and dedicated service. Faith in God the Creator establishes evangelism and stewardship as God's work. Faith in God the Redeemer establishes the basis on which sinful people can do God's work. Faith in God the Sanctifier consecrates us to the doing of this work."
-- T. A. Kantonen
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Book Review
Author: T. A. Kantonen retired in 1968 after serving for thirty-five years as professor of Systematic Theology at Hamma School of Theology, Springfield, Ohio.
Posted: 7/31/2008
Theme: Stewardship Leadership
© Augsburg Fortress
Recently published by
Wipf & Stock
Eugene, Oregon
11/28/2001
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Giving and Stewardship in the Effective Church
Recommended by Dr. Steve Ramp.
Part 1: Giving Principles. Callahan sets out 7 guiding principles.
Part 2: Six sources or doors of giving.
Part 3: Motivations for Giving.
Part 4: Understanding Stewardship for Giving.
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Book Review
Author: Kennon L. Callahan, PH.D. researcher, professor and pastor. Callahan is one of today's most sought-after church consultants.
Posted: 7/21/2008
Theme: Resources
© Jossey-Bass
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Growing Up Generous: Engaging Youth in Giving and Serving
If you want to instill in youth a lifelong comitment to sharing themselves and their resources with others, this is a book for you.
The following is a basic outline of its contents. It deserves broad attention by a church interested in cultivating and nurturing faith among youth. The cultural shifts both inside a faith community and in turn on our culture is both significant, challenging and I believe very necessary.
Of utmost importance is the identification of eight keys toward achieving this objective.
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Book Review
Author: Eugene C. Roehlkepartain, Elanah Delyah Naftali and Laura Musegades
Posted: 7/16/2008
Theme: Stewardship Leadership
© Search Institute
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The Crisis in the Churches: Spiritual Malaise, Fiscal Woe
A searching look at the financial and spiritual crises besetting America's churches.
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Book Review
Author: Robert Wuthnow is the Gerhard R. Andlinger Professor of Sociology and director of the Center for the Study of American Religion at Princeton University.
Posted: 7/16/2008
Theme: Resources
© Oxford University Press
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Financing American Religion
Money has always been a subject of deep concern for religious leaders. In recent decades, however, this perennial concern has taken on a new urgency as a crisis situation is perceived.
"Financing American Religion" brings together short, readable essays representing the best, most up-to-date research and thinking on the intersections of money and religion. Sociologists, historians, economists and theologians ask who gives, how much and why. They investigate how money moves and how it affects religious organizational behavior. And throughout they explore how attitudes toward money have altered over time. Religious leaders and scholars of American religion will welcome this much-needed volume.
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Book Review
Author: Edited by Mark Chaves, University of Arizona, and Sharon L. Miller, University of Notre Dame.
Posted: 7/16/2008
Theme: Resources
© AltaMira Presss
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The Habits of Highly Effective Churches
George Barna reveals nine critical habits proven to make a church an effective local body. This book dispels popular myths and wrong beliefs as to what constitutes a thriving church in today's society and is an excellent resource for ministry leaders who are seeking or willing to reevaluate and restructure a church.
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Book Review
Author: George Barna is the founder and directing leader of the Barna Research Group Ltd., a marketing research firm located in Ventura, Calif.
Posted: 7/16/2008
Theme: Resources
© Gospel Light Publications
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Making Spiritual Sense: Christian Leaders as Spiritual Interpreters
The principle role of a Christian leader is to aid people in constructing a Christian interpretative framework.
The author illustrates this thesis by suggesting how Christian Leaders who disdain administrative and stewardship leadership can do so from their position of strength - their ability to theologically interpret life experiences and bring meaning to peoples' lives.
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Book Review
Author: Scott Cormode is Associate Professor of Leadership Development at Fuller Seminary, an ordained Presbyterian minister, founder of the Academy of Religious Leadership.
Posted: 7/16/2008
Theme: Stewardship Leadership
© Abingdon Press
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Creating Congregations of Generous People
Michael Durall argues that annual pledge drives inadvertently perpetuate low-level and same-level giving in congregations.
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Book Review
Author: Michael Durall is principal of the Common Wealth Consulting Group in Belmont, Mass. He is also publisher of the quarterly newsletter Charitable Giving.
Posted: 7/14/2008
Theme: Resources
© Alban Institute
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More than Money: Portraits of Transformative Stewardship
The following review is by:
Dr. Steve Ramp
Senior Pastor
Westminster Presbyterian Church
115 N 25th Ave
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
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Book Review
Author: Patrick McNamara is emeritus professor of sociology at the University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, and past president of the Association for the Sociology of Religion.
Posted: 7/14/2008
Theme: Resources
© The Alban Institute
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Soul Tsunami: Sink or Swim in New Millennium Culture
God is the giver. The believer is the receiver.
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Book Review
Author: Leonard I. Sweet is dean of the Theological School and vice president of Drew University in Madison, N.J.
Posted: 7/14/2008
Theme: Resources
© Zondervan Publishing House
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Rambam's Ladder: A Meditation on Generosity and Why It Is Necessary to Give
Why are people good? Why is it necessary to give?
The book is structured by a generosity hierarchy developed by a 12th century scholar, Rabbi Moses ben Maimon. The author interviews people and reflects on the insights shared by Maimonides.
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Book Review
Author: Julie Salamon is a culture writer for The New York Times.
Posted: 7/12/2008
Theme: Resources
© Copyright 2003 by Julie Salamon
Workman Publishings, New York.
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A Step at a Time
Growing Givers Through Stewardship Letters
"Beyond mere fundraising, Borreson's approach moves toward developing the grace of generous giving as one mark of Christian character. His field-tested stewardship program is adaptable in congregations large or small."
--David Nash, pastor, Point Pleasant Presbyterian Church, Point Pleasant, W.Va.
"Glenn Borreson offers a practical and easy-to-follow plan for increasing giving through personalized stewardship letters." And Borreson's suggestions help to increase giving in a non-threatening way. I recommend his program enthusiastically."
--William Powell Tuck, former professor, Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. CSS.
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Book Review
Author: Glenn L. Borreson is a pastor of Holmen Lutheran Church in Holmen, Wisc. Published in such periodicals as Christian Ministry, Dialog, and Word and World.
Posted: 7/11/2008
Theme: Resources
© CSS Publishing Company
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Money Is/Isn't Everything
Money Is/Isn't Everything: What Jesus Said About the Spiritual Power of Money
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Book Review
Author: Herb Miller
Posted: 7/11/2008
Theme: Resources
© Discipleship Resources
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That's What My Mother Taught Me
Herb Mather interviewed more than one hundred people identified as generous givers. The result is a book with a wealth of giving stories.
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Book Review
Author: Herbert Mather is a stewardship leader in the United Methodist Church.
Posted: 7/11/2008
Theme: Resources
© Discipleship Resources
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Plain Talk About Churches and Money
"Plain Talk" is based on studies of giving and stewardship practices in 625 congregations.
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Book Review
Author: Dean Hoge, Patrick H. McNamara, Charles Zech
Posted: 7/11/2008
Theme: Resources
© Alban Institute
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The Treasure Principle: Discovering the Secret of Joyful Giving
Alcorn seeks to motivate believers to think "eternally" about every giving, saving and spending decisions. This is the heart of true stewardship.
The main principles of the book are:
1. God owns everything. I am His money manager.
2. My heart always goes where I put God's money.
3. Heaven, not Earth, is my home.
4. I should live for the line (eternity), not the dot(short life on earth).
5. Giving is the only antidote for materialism.
6. God prospers me not to raise my standard of living, but to raise my standard of giving.
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Book Review
Author: Randy Alcorn is the founder and director of Eternal Perspective Ministries dedicated to teaching biblical truth and drawing attention to the needy and how to help them.
Posted: 6/24/2008
Theme: Communicating the Message
© Multnomah Publishers Inc.
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The Power of Asset Mapping: How Your Congregation Act on Its Gifts
This is an action - reflection resource for congregations. It broadens awareness to consider the resource of the people, the congregation, the community and more. The author invites you to experience the value of asset mapping and then see its value. "Try it yourself and see."
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Book Review
Author: Luther K. Snow served as the director of the Congregational Asset Mapping Project for the ELCA and has over 25 years of experience in asset building activity.
Posted: 6/24/2008
Theme: Stewardship Leadership
© Alban Institute
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Prodigal Sons and Material Girls: How Not To Be Your Child's ATM
Nathan Dungan calls for parents to raise their children so they are "on guard against the consumer culture."
The number of undergraduate students with credit cards has risen to 83 percent, an astounding 24 percent increase since 1998, according to Nellie Mae, top originator of post-secondary education loans. Is there a financial meltdown looming on the horizon for America's brightest students?
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Book Review
Author: Nathan Dungan is an author, speaker and expert on family finances and the effects of mass marketing on young people.
Posted: 6/23/2008
Theme: Becoming a Steward
© John Wiley & Sons
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How to Increase Giving in Your Church
How to Increase Giving in Your Church is geared toward helping church leaders acquire current and accurate knowledge about the who, how and why of giving to churches. Its purpose is to prepare church leaders--spiritually, emotionally and strategically--for the sensitive task of raising money.
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Book Review
Author: George Barna is founder and president of Barna Research Group, Ltd., a full-service reserach company locaed in Ventura, California.
Posted: 6/23/2008
Theme: Stewardship Leadership
© Regal Books
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Our Stewardship: Managing Our Assets
"The key stewardship question is this: 'Why do we have what we have?'"
"Christian stewards receive, use, and offer God's gifts, according to the heart and mind of God."
Golv provides encouragement and tools to help a congregation discover its gifts and how they can use those gifts well.
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Book Review
Author: John L. Golv is Pastor for Worship and Stewardship at Trinity Lutheran Church, Lindstrom, MN and formerly Stewardship Specialist and Mission Director in the Northeastern Iowa Synod
Posted: 6/23/2008
Theme: Stewardship Leadership
© Augsburg-Fortress
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SABBATH: Finding Rest, Renewal, and Delight In Our Busy Lives
When I invited E-Mail newsletter readers to recommend books on Sabbath, this is the one which was mentioned most frequently. I can understand why.
"Sabbath" gives a deeper sense of the meaning of Sabbath. The author is not legalistic but rather presents a convincing argument for apply the principles of rest into our daily lives. People are starving for downtime – time for rest, reflection, quiet. Muller presents Sabbath as an incredible valuable luxury given us as a gift from God.
The book is full of helpful resources.
--Jerry Hoffman, Reviewer
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Book Review
Author: Wayne Muller is an ordained minister and therapist and founder of Bread for the Journey.
Posted: 6/17/2008
Theme: Becoming a Steward
© Bantam Books
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Giving to God: The Bible's Good News about Living a Generous Life
The purpose of this book is "to offer a biblical vision for financial stewardship." The basic vision is "to find life - the life God wants us to have, in confidence that this will be the best life we could possibly have.
Part One: Belonging to God
Stewardship is a way of life. It is about "turning total control of our lives over to God."
Part Two: Our Duty and Delight
In this part, Powell lays out a program for "living and giving that most Christians will be able to embrace as both a duty and a delight."
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Book Review
Author: Mark Allan Powell is a Bible scholar and theologian recognized for work in spiritual formation and congregational ministries and a professor of New Testament
Posted: 6/13/2008
Theme: Becoming a Steward
© Eerdmans Publishing Company
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Jesus' Teachings About Money
This book is a guide to biblical stewardship and, more particularly, to Jesus' teachings. Jesus used money in a variety of ways to make the Gospel known.
Golv begins with the beginning of Matthew and carefully sifts through the texts finding the various ways in which a reference is made to money. Texts not found in Matthew but in Luke and John are added.
The author reflects on these texts incorporating insights from biblical studies, raising questions and discovering new insights. The result is 27 chapters of engaging insights for Bible studies, discussion groups and sermon development.
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Book Review
Author: Loyal E.Golv was a parish pastor for 28 years, after which he served 10 years as a churchwide stewardship leader. Now retired, it has been his dream to develop this resource.
Posted: 6/10/2008
Theme: Resources
© Loyal E. Golv, All rights Reserved
Kirk House Publishers
PO Box 390759
Minneapolis, MN 55439
1-800-696-1828
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An Asset Builders Guide to Youth and Money
This workbook is a practical guide for congregaions interested in a positive approach to empowering young people to build competency in financial areas such as earning, spending, investing, saving and giving.
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Book Review
Author: Joelene Roehlkepartain
Posted: 3/14/2008
Theme: Stewardship Leadership
© Search Institute
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Sabbath - Finding Rest, Renewal, and Delight in Our Busy Lives
Observations regarding Sabbath by: Kevin J. Meyer is a pastor at Lord of Life Lutheran Church, The Woodlands, Texas.
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Book Review
Author: Wayne Muller is an ordained minister, a graduate of Harvard Divinity School, he is Senior Scholar at the Fetzer Institute and a Fellow of the Institute of Noetic Sciences.
Posted: 3/14/2008
Theme: Becoming a Steward
© Kevin J. Meyer
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Speaking About Money
Through stories, questions, and practical guidelines, Mark L. Vincent provides congregational leaders (pastors, elders, worship leaders, deacons) and leaders of non-profit organizations with insight and tools for reducing the tension surrounding public discourse about money and faithful stewardship.
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Book Review
Author: Mark L. Vincent is lead partner of the contracting and consulting firm, Design for Ministry, that specializes in stewardship education and resources.
Posted: 3/14/2008
Theme: Resources
© Herald Press
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The Covenanted Self : Explorations in Law and Covenant
Brueggemann sets the issues of praise and lament, grace and duty, truth and power in new frames of reference that call for a response. As always he is challenging as he casts insight on the myth of scarcity and the lyric of God's abundance.
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Book Review
Author: Walter Brueggemann is Professor of Old Testament at Columbia Theological Seminary, Decatur, Georgia.
Posted: 3/14/2008
Theme: Resources
© Fortress Press
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The Lexus And The Olive Tree
The major theme of the book is the reality of globalization. Friedman declares that this system is the only viable alternative for economic viability. Globalization is the international system that, more than anything else, is shaping world affairs today.
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Book Review
Author: Thomas L. Friedman. Mr. Friedman is a Pulitzer Prize-winning well-traveled New York Times foreign-affairs columnist.
Posted: 3/13/2008
Theme: Resources
© Anchor Books
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Congregations at the Crossroads: Remembering to Be Households of God
An exploration of the biblical basis for stewardship, with a major emphasis on God's promises and commands, to help congregations become the households of God that God intends them to be.
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Book Review
Author: Ronald E. Vallet, Walter Brueggemann
Posted: 3/13/2008
Theme: Resources
© Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Co.
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How Much Is Enough? Hungering for God in An Affluent Culture
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Book Review
Author: Arthur Simon is the founder and president emeritus of Bread for the World.
Posted: 3/13/2008
Theme: Becoming a Steward
© Baker Book House
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Starting a Nonprofit at Your Church
This book is an invaluable resource for persons starting a nonprofit at your church. It will give you the pros as well as the cons.
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Book Review
Author: Joy Skjegstad, Consultant and Trainer, the founding director of the Vision to Reality training program at the University of St. Thomas.
Posted: 3/13/2008
Theme: Stewardship Leadership
© The Alban Institute
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Speaking of Stewardship: Model Sermons on Money and Possessions
Characteristics of a good stewardship sermon.
Contains 23 model Stewardship Sermons
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Book Review
Author: Carter, William G., Editor
Posted: 3/13/2008
Theme: Communicating the Message
© Westminster John Knox Press; 1st ed edition (October 1998)
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MINISTRY AND MONEY: A Guide for Clergy and Their Friends
Hotchkiss observes that clergy are anxious about money for all the same reasons other people are and for some special reasons, as well:
Many people believe that what is "spiritual" excludes money and power.
Many clergy's own finances are in difficulty.
Clergy depend on their congregations for their livelihood.
And in many congregations, clergy effectiveness may still be judged in financial terms.
Hotchkiss addresses these important issues, offering practical assistance to clergy who wish to become more effective leaders by examining their own unique anxieties and convictions about money.
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Book Review
Author: Rev. Dan Hotchkiss consults with synagogues and churches on strategic and financial planning, conflict management, clergy transition, and fund raising.
Posted: 3/13/2008
Theme: Resources
© The Alban Institute
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Wealth As Peril and Obligation: The New Testament on Possessions
A study of the New Testament which helps bring clarity to an ethical dilemmas--the moral status of wealth and possessions in relation to Christian faith.
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Book Review
Author: Sondra Ely Wheeler
Posted: 3/13/2008
Theme: Resources
© Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Co
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KEEPING THE SABBATH WHOLLY
Ceasing, Resting, Embracing, Feasting
God gives us the rich gift of the Sabbath. The value of Sabbath time has been radically diminished. This book encourages us to receive this most precious gift that God would give us. The author gives us practical ways to practice Sabbath and offers abundant promises of its rewards.
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Book Review
Author: Marva J. Dawn is an author, teacher and a theologian who works with Christians Equipped for Ministry, Vancouver, Washington.
Posted: 3/13/2008
Theme: Becoming a Steward
© William B. Eerdmans Publishing Company, Grand Rapids, Michigan
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A High Price for Abundant Living: The Story of Capitalism
The information below is part of a promotional piece by the publisher. .
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Book Review
Author: Henry Rempe is a Senior Scholar in the Department of Economics at the University of Manitoba, served as a professor in that department for over three decades.
Posted: 3/13/2008
Theme: Resources
© Herald Press
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BEYOND THE COLLECTION PLATE: Overcoming Obstacles to Faithful Giving
There are many obstacles to faithful giving in the way congregations do things. Durall's work helps identify those obstacles and provides a perspective which invites the readers to have the courage to overcome some of those hurdles.
--Jerry Hoffman
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Book Review
Author: Michael Durall is Principal of CommonWealth Consulting Group, and author of Creating Congregations of Generous People.
Posted: 3/13/2008
Theme: Stewardship Leadership
© Abingdon Press
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Radical Hospitality: Benedict's Way of Love
"Today's culture is increasingly hostile and suspicious toward anyone who appears to be different - especially when tragedy strikes. Our instinct is to bolt our doors and protect the ones we love. But deep within the heart of Benedictine spirituality lies a remedy to hatred, fear, and suspicion: hospitality. At once deeply comforting and sharply challenging, true Benedictine hospitality requires that we welcome the stranger, not only into our homes, but into our hearts.
"With warmth and humor, drawing from the monastic tradition and sharing personal anecdotes from their own lives, Pratt and Homan encourage us to embrace not only the literal stranger, but the stranger within and the stranger in those we love."
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Book Review
Author: LONNI COLLINS PRATT is a life-long writer, newspaper editor, reporter, magazine writer, broadcast reporter. DANIEL ROMAN, O.S.B. is a Benedictine monk, leads retreats for 4,000 youth each year.
Posted: 3/13/2008
Theme: Resources
© Paraclete Press
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Creating a Climate For Giving
Creating a Climate for Giving brings a vision for encouraging a giving climate. Joiner explores the subsystems through which a church leads its members to give or not to give. He advocates moving from "fund-raising" to "funding ministry."
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Book Review
Author: Donald W. Joiner is an ordained clergyperson. He serves as Operations Officer and Director of Fund Development at the United Methodist General Board of Discipleship
Posted: 3/6/2008
Theme: Stewardship Leadership
© Discipleship Resources
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The Steward: A Biblical Symbol Come of Age
This book seeks to recapture the biblical background of the concept of "steward." Hall writes, "Stewardship does not describe any one dimension of the Christian life; it describes the whole posture called 'Christian.'"
Hall contends that the terms "steward" and "stewardship" are used with greater frequency outside the churches than inside them. As such, it maeks the Christian more accessible to a much wider audience.
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Book Review
Author: Douglas John Hall is professor of Christian Theology in the Faculty of Religious Studies at McGill University in Montreal, Canada. He is the author of many books
Posted: 3/6/2008
Theme: Resources
© William B. Eerdmans Publishing Company
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THE PASSIONATE STEWARD
The Passionate Steward is a forthright and critical review of the assumptions and practices of secular philanthropy as these have been adopted and applied by the Christian Church. The author explores the influence of secular fundraising practices on our values and practice as Christians.
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Book Review
Author: Michael O'Hurley-Pitts is the founder of Faith Matters which specializes in Capital Campaign development for religious, educational, and other non-profit organizations.
Posted: 4/30/2007
Theme: Stewardship Leadership
© Thomas More Association
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Joy at Work
Bakke provides an inspiring case study of a Christian businessman who understands that God calls him to be about God's business where he works.
The author tells his personal story of the successful creation of a business that was different. He created a work environment that made it a "fun" place to work.
People who work in all types of organizations and who struggle with the relationship between faith and work will find this book provocative. Pastors will find it useful in helping them connect with the daily work of their congregants and find many insights applicable to the dynamics and working relationships with and within their congregations.
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Book Review
Author: Dennis Bakke co-founded the AES Corporation and served as its president and CEO. He is now president and CEO of Imagine Schools, a company that operates elementary and secondary charter schools.
Posted: 7/28/2006
Theme: Becoming a Steward
© Dennis Bakke
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Money and the Meaning of Life
A study of the relationship of money and the spiritual life.
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Book Review
Author: Jacob Needleman
Posted: 7/24/2006
Theme: Resources
© Currency Doubleday
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Living on Purpose
Living on Purpose helps the reader develop a mission statement that forms a strong connection between Sunday faith and daily life.
Although there are many other books on mission statements, this is one that "seriously uses Scripture to help believers find purpose for their lives ... (We) start with the question, 'What kind of people does God want us to be both as individuals and families in the work of God's kingdom?'"
The authors encourage a reflective and purposeful journey. The book serves as a path for the pilgrimage. Each chapter is part of a progressive roadmap designed to encourage you "to reinvent your lifestyle and time-style to more authentically reflect the purposes and rhythms of God's kingdom."
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Book Review
Author: Tom & Christine Sine are co-founders of Mustard Seed Associates.
Posted: 6/21/2006
Theme: Becoming a Steward
© Published by Baker Books. Tom and Christine Sine assist organizations in adapting to the 21st century. Tom is a consultant in futures research and planning. Christine is a doctor with a background in international health and travel medicine.
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The Miracle of the Seventh Day: A Guide to the Spiritual Meaning, Significance, and Weekly Practice of the Jewish Sabbath
The following is not a review but is a promotional piece about the book.
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Book Review
Author: Adin Steinsaltz is a rabbi, scholar, author and teacher
Posted: 5/25/2005
Theme: Becoming a Steward
© Jossey-Bass
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A Recommended Reading List of Books on Stewardship
The list makes no comment about individual books.
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Book Review
Author: Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada
Posted: 8/27/2004
Theme: Resources
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The Stewardship of Life in the Kingdom of Death
Is the Christian message one that enhances life, heals creation, and brings into being justice and the love of God?
If so, argues Douglas John Hall, then the Christian mission for the present day is to present an alternative to the culture of death that exists throughout the world. Five meditations encourage the reader to reflect and act on this vision.
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Book Review
Author: Douglas John Hall
Posted: 8/27/2003
Theme: Resources
© Friendship Press
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Kids Have a Lot to Give: How Congregations Can Nurture Habits of Giving and Serving for the Common Good
The 35 page workbook was developed as part of Habits of the Heart: Strengthening Traditions of Giving and Serving among Youth.
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Book Review
Author: Eugene Roehlkepartain is Director for Religious and Family Initiative of Search Institute.
Posted: 7/11/2003
Theme: Stewardship Leadership
© Search Institute
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Martin's Good Things
"This book is about a boy's discovery that things he doesn't have--for example, a videocasette recorder--may not be as important as things he already does have: a mother who cares about him, a neighbor who teaches him new skills, a loving family."
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Book Review
Author: Neal Starkman, writer; Nancy Wester, Illustrator
Posted: 7/11/2003
Theme: Becoming a Steward
© Search Institute
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