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Everything I Do and Everything I Say After I Say I Believe
This is a thanksgiving devotional.
Mary Ann shares stories on how her connection with the Luther Seminary over a span of many years has brought her many blessings. These blessings were made possible by the generosity of people who give.
Mary Ann was a pastors wife remembers seminary days, hapenings in congregations, seminary interns and life after the death of her husband.
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 Happening 
Author: Mary Ann Solmonson,
Mary Ann was a pastor's wife, who remembers seminary days, happenings in congregations, seminary interns and life after the death of her husband.
Posted: 11/11/2009
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
© Mary Ann Solmonson
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Rethinking Stewardship: Our Culture, Our Theology, Our Practices
July 19-21, 2010
Why aren't American Christians more generous?
The conference will consist of four conversations that invite "rethinking."
Rethinking Cultural Assumptions
Rethinking Theological Possibilities
Rethinking Leadership Practices
Rethinking Stewardship Leadership
Put the dates July 19-21 on your calendar.
Registration Fee for Conference: $225
($150 per person for two or more from same congregation who register at the same time.)
More information will follow.
Registrations will be accepted beginning Feb. 1, 2010.
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Happening
Author: Conference sponsored by the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America, Word and World and the Center for Stewardship Leaders
Posted: 10/14/2009
Theme: Stewardship Leadership
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Quill - The Personal Demonstration Stewardship Program
Paul L. Larsen testifies how about how a program called Quill helped their people in their congregation to make significant increases in their giving for mission and ministry at a time of economic stress.
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Happening
Author: Paul L. Larsen is Senior Pastor at Christ the King Lutheran Church, New Brighton, MN.
Posted: 8/19/2009
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
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Can One Be An Effective Christian Business Person?
Acts 2:43-45; Acts 4:32-35; Mark 10:17, 21-24
Gus Blanchard uses Scripture and our modern context of economic struggles to lead a devotion so that God guides us through these difficult times.
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Happening
Author: Gus Blanchard, St. Andrew's Lutheran Church, Mahtomedi, MN.
Posted: 5/13/2009
Theme: Resources
© Gus Blanchard
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Debt Free in 3
Romans 12: 3-8
Holy Cross House had a vision. The congregation wanted to remove their $360,000 debt so they could support the ministries at their congregation, community and the world. The congregation supported and accomplished this goal. These letters and sermon note a great insight into the congregation.
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Happening
Author: Pastor Alan Solmonson an Interim Pastor at Holy Cross House.
Posted: 2/28/2009
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
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Fall Stewardship Emphasis Begins in February
Augustana Lutheran Church in West St. Paul is known as a congregation which is a ridiculously generous congregation. A part of the reason is history of strong pastoral stewardship leadership and a very intentional annual plan to prepare and invite people to respond. Their fall stewardship emphasis at Augustana Lutheran Church in West St. Paul, MN begins in February. Here are notes from the PowerPoint presentation.
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Happening
Author: Carla Pfeifer is the Communications Coordinator at Augustana Lutheran Church,
West St. Paul, MN.
Posted: 2/19/2009
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
© Carla Pfeifer
Augustana Lutheran, West St. Paul, MN
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2009 Annual Stewardship: Talk - Walk - Lead Equipping Stewardship Leaders
May 4-8, Luther Seminary, St. Paul, MN
Stewardship education event for all interested in becoming stronger stewardship leaders.
Each year this annual offering will be unique and will feature a variety of presenters that will stimulate and equip.
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Happening
Author: Jerry Hoffman is the Director of the Center for Stewardship Leaders at Luther Seminary
Posted: 1/3/2009
Theme: Stewardship Leadership
© Center for Stewardship Leaders
2481 Como Ave
St. Paul, MN 55108
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Living on Purpose - Overview of the Whole Life Faith Mission Statement Writing Workshop
The participants are informed of the purpose, commitments, steps and opportunities that will be available to encourage and support them as seek to write a personal mission statement.
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Happening
Author: Cheryl Mathison is the Teaching Pastor at St. Philip the Deacon Lutheran Church.
Posted: 12/27/2008
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
© St. Philip the Deacon Lutheran Church, 17205 County Road 6, Plymouth, MN 55447 - 763-475-7128
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Changing Stewardship at Normandale Lutheran Church
At Normandale Lutheran Church, they are looking at ways to change their ideas of stewardship from a yearly talk or sermon to a daily life understanding. This articles gives insight into the process that Normandale went through and resources that they were able to use. The article gives some insight to the future plans and outcome of the ideas thus far within Normandale.
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Happening
Author: Bob Sannerud is a member of Normandale Lutheran Church, a member of the Task Force for Stewardship and is the past president of the Normandale Lutheran Church.
Posted: 10/25/2008
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
© Posted by permission to use this manuscript on Stewardship for the 21st Century. The author, Bob Sannerud, retains rights. Mr. Sannerud is a member of Normandale Lutheran Church, a member of the Task Force for Stewardship and is the past president of the Normandale Lutheran Church Foundation. You can reach him at edinabob@msn.com.
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Try a Tithe Sunday
We are doing a "Try a Tithe" Sunday this next week to help with our giving. It is one of methods that we are using to keep current with our general fund offerings.
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Happening
Author: Rev. David Spong
Posted: 8/8/2008
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
© Rev. David Spong
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Five Steps on a Joyful Journey
The theme remains the same each year -- to encourage a path of growth in faithfulness as a steward.
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Happening
Author: Rev. Timothy Thompson, Pastor, Atonement Lutheran Church, New Brighton, Minn.
Posted: 8/8/2008
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
© Tim Thompson
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An Invitation to Ministry Guidebook
Stewardship of time and Talent
A description of opportunities to serve at Normandale Lutheran Church 2001-2002.
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Happening
Author: Stewardship Committee, Normandale Lutheran Church, Edina, Minn.
Posted: 8/8/2008
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
© Normandale Lutheran Church, Edina, MN
Dr. David Holm, Senior Pastor
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2001 Stewardship Brochure
Normandale Lutheran Church, Edina, Minn.
Theme: With Heart, Hands and Voices
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Happening
Author: Stewardship Committee, Normandale Lutheran Church, Edina, Minn.
Posted: 8/8/2008
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
© Normandale Lutheran Church
Edina, MN
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An Outcome Based Presentation of Expenditures
The following is a breakdown of congregational expenditures.
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Happening
Author: Jerry Hoffman was an interim pastor (July 2003-October 2004) at Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, Minneapolis, Minn.
Posted: 8/4/2008
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
© Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd
4801 France Ave. South
Minneapolis, MN 55110
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Money talks: Reviewing the ELCA's proposed economic statement spurs Texas church to act.
MONEY. In all its forms and how it shapes our lives as individuals, families and Christians, money is a major concern. But for many money is a difficult issue to discuss openly with an eye toward living financially responsible lives as members of the church.
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Happening
Author: Jeff Favre
Posted: 7/28/2008
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
© ©1999 Augsburg Fortress. All rights reserved. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited without written permission from the publishers: Augsburg Fortress, Publishers, 426 S. Fifth Street, Box 1209, Minneapolis, MN 55440. 800-426-0115
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Act of Faith
With more than $100,000 in debt and only $17,000 in the bank, a church building committee in Bellevue, Wash., voted to do something drastic. They gave away the church's bank account.
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Happening
Author: Sherry Grindeland
Posted: 7/28/2008
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
© ©2002 Augsburg Fortress. All rights reserved. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited without written permission from the publishers. Contact Augsburg Fortress permissions at Box 1209, Minneapolis, MN 55440; 1-800-421-0239; or copyright@augsburgfortress.org
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Power Play
Congregations slash their utility bills and contribute to a cleaner planet.
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Happening
Author: Anne E. Basye
Basye, a writer and editor, is a member of Unity Lutheran Church, Chicago.
Posted: 7/25/2008
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
© ©2000 Augsburg Fortress. All rights reserved. Duplication in whole or in part is prohibited without written permission from the publishers. Contact Augsburg Fortress permissions at Box 1209, Minneapolis, MN 55440; 1-800-421-0239; or copyright@augsburgfortress.org
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Leap of Faith: Pastor Skydives to Celebrate Stewardship Goal
Some pastors will pull any stunt to help the stewardship campaign, but Roger Timm of St. James Lutheran Church, Naperville, Ill., takes this to a new height.
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Happening
Author: Rob Blezard
Posted: 7/21/2008
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
© Rob Blezard
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Nativity Lutheran Church, St. Anthony Village, MN Report of Ministry During 1998
This is a unique annual report from the program staff of a congregation.
Instead of individual reports of activities, this is a compilation of a small sample of stories and activities of how Nativity makes a difference in the lives of people.
There is no attempt to be comprehensive.
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Happening
Author: Program Staff at Nativity Lutheran Church. Glenn Seefeldt is the current Senior Pastor.
Posted: 7/19/2008
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
© Nativity Lutheran Church
3312 Silver Lake Road
St. Anthony Village, MN 55418
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Stewardship Emphasis: Share, Save, Spend
Each year there is an intentional emphasis on a Christian perspective of financial transactions. The congregation engages in conversation about these issues at a time when there are efforts to receiving funds for the congregation. The focus is encouraging Christian stewardship values be reflected in all financial choices.
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Happening
Author: Scott Searl is responsible for faith formation and stewardship at Mount Calvary Lutheran Church, Excelsior, MN.
Posted: 7/12/2008
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
© Scott Searl
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Income Was Lower Than Expected
The council in this congregation was stressed by the monthly report which indicated a lower than expected giving level. The concern continued until a broader review of giving told a quite different story.
Before you jump to conclusions, have another look!
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Happening
Author: Mike Zaske is a pastor at the American Lutheran Church, Worthington, MN.
Posted: 7/11/2008
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
© Mike Zaske
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MOUNTAIN IRON FAITH: The Penny Processional
In 1998, Messiah's bell tower was hit by lighting and its building burned to the ground. From the devastation came an incredible renewal of spirit, vitality and service. With help from their insurance company, others in the community and from the generosity of its own members, they built a beautiful, serviceable new facility in a new location. When Pastor Kristin Foster reflects on what occurred, she smiles and calls it, "A Miracle!"
In their new building, they are continuing to expand their mission of grace, mercy and service in their own immediate community and far beyond.
In the spring of 2005, they envisioned ridding themselves of their debt as soon as possible in order to devote even more of their resources in mission and outreach to the community and the globe.
I had the opportunity to be with the congregation on Commitment Sunday, May 22, when the penny processional occurred. I love to tell this story.
--Jerry Hoffman
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Happening
Author: Jerry Hoffman
Posted: 6/24/2008
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
© Jerry Hoffman
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Change is not a four letter word
How Change Shapes Us
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Happening
Author:
Posted: 6/23/2008
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
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Poor Jar
On the middle of their table is a small jar that is identified as the "Poor Jar."
Every day, as members of the family gather around the table, each puts one or more quarters in the jar.
The money in the jar is used for special giving opportunities such as the Heifer project.
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Happening
Author: Pastor Jan Hartsook is co-pastor at St. Philip's Lutheran Church, Fridley, MN.
Posted: 6/23/2008
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
© Pastor Jan Hartsook
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A Lost Chirstmas Spirit
The following e-mail arrived in my mail box the Sat. before Christmas as I was preparing my sermon for Christmas eve. I hadn't preached on Xmas eve in 13 years. As I read the e-mail it felt as though God was speaking to me and reminding me of what is at stake in the preaching task on Christmas and Easter.
Needless to say I was moved by this young man's plea and it helped me prepare my message for the night. There are also stewardship questions to be addressed by this young man and I hope to have the opportunity to visit with him about these issues as well.
I was both humbled and touched by his e-mail as it captured for me what are I'm sure the yearnings and questions of a lot of folks who walk through the doors of our churches on a regular basis.
--Mark Aune
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Happening
Author: Mark Aune,
Senior Pastor at Augustana Lutheran Church, West St. Paul, MN
Posted: 6/23/2008
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
© Mark Aune, Senior Pastor at Augustana Lutheran Church, West St. Paul, MN
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Living a Life of Stewardship
This congregation connects faith and money by giving Biblical resources and helpful hints.
The theme for 2002 "Living a Life of Stewardship" is grounded in the reality: "Where your treasure is, there your heart is also."
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Happening
Author: Karen Odegard of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, Burnsville, MN.
Posted: 6/23/2008
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
© Karen Odegard
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From the Pastor's Corner
This is article was found in the congregation newsletter. Pastor Larson reminds the congregation St. Paul's succinct theology for Christian giving and stewardship by making four admonitions.
He encourages the congregation in its giving by writing:
"I hope you will join us in that growth so that the mission and ministry of our congregation can also grow. As we approach the onset of our Bear Fruit Stewardship Campaign, I hope will give prayerful consideration to this question, "How much will you grow in your giving in 2003?"
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Happening
Author: Rev. Paul Larsen is the senior pastor at Christ the King Lutheran Church, New Brighton, MN.
Posted: 6/23/2008
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
© Paul Larsen
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Place Service and Time on Offering Envelopes
One of our board members make a suggestion that really excited a lot of us in relationship to whole life stewardship.
She brought up the idea of including Christian service and time places on
the weekly envelops in addition to $ lines.
I thought this was an incredible way to help persons begin to understand
that stewardship involves all we do in relationship to our Lord.
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Happening
Author: Dean Wigstrom is Pastor of Immanuel Lutheran church, Portland, Oregon.
Posted: 6/23/2008
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
© Dean Wigstrom
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Rev. Dean Wigstrom is pastor of Immanuel Lutheran, Silverton, Oregon.
This is a "Stewardship of life" committment sheet for the coming year at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Silverton, Oregon.
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Happening
Author: Stewardship of Life Intentions for 2003
Posted: 6/23/2008
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
© Dean Wigstrom E-Mail: deanwigstrom@hotmail.com
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Stewardship Quiz
This is a quiz that helps participants to evaluate how Christ is Lord in their lives.
Dean used it at worship as part of the sermon. He had one of the Deacons share in the sermon how the quiz made her think again about relying on and trusting God. A very important aspect of stewardship.
Dean hopes that the quiz will stir thinking and prayer in people about their stewardship of life and the treasures we receive from God, ie. grace, love, forgiveness,as well as the abundance of physical blessings we have.
The objectives is to encourage people to grow in their stewardship of life.
Although the results will not be known, it has stirred thinking.
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Happening
Author: Dean Wigstrom is pastor of Immanuel Lutheran Church, Silverton, CO.
Posted: 6/23/2008
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
© Dean Wigstrom
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Where the Heart Is
Every week during the offetory, children place their offering in a glass globe.
A video tape of the children will prepare adults on how they too can joyfully place "Intention to Give" cards into a large heart during a processional offering.
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Happening
Author: Jerry Hoffman,
former interim Senior Pastor at St. Philip's Lutheran Church, Fridley, MN.
Posted: 6/23/2008
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
© Jerry Hoffman
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Your Gifts Make a Difference
Offertory Announcements
An example of weekly ministry that let the people know their gifts of time, talent and money make a difference.
For more information and illustrations click on Your Gifts Make a Difference
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Happening
Author: Rev. David Hoffman,
Senior Pastor at St.Philip the Deacon Lutheran Church, 17205 County Road 6, Plymouth, MN 55447.
Posted: 6/17/2008
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
© Rev. David Hoffman, Senior Pastor at St.Philip the Deacon Lutheran Church, 17205 County Road 6, Plymouth, MN 55447.
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Living on Purpose - Mission Statement Workshop Presentation Script
This is an outline of a workshop presentation by Julie Allen, designed to facilitate and support the writing of a personal whole life faith mission statement.
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Happening
Author: Julie Allen is President of Catalyst for Sustainable Change. She has over 20 years of experience as a trainer, consultant and coach. P:763-577-1708
E:763-577-1850.
Posted: 6/17/2008
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
© Julie Allen, President of Catalyst for Sustainable Change, has over 20 years of experience as a trainer, consultant and coach in the areas of organization development, change management and performance improvement. Julie's passion is to assist individuals, teams and organizations to achieve dramatic performance improvements and results in areas that seem outside the realm of possibility by enhancing leadership, communication and relationship capabilities.
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A Stewardship Interview
This is a simple 12 step interview to engage generous givers in your congregation that has had a transforming impact on a number of people at Incarnation.
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Happening
Author: Glenn Taibl,
Stewardship Pastor, Incarnation Lutheran Church, Shoreview, MN
Posted: 6/17/2008
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
© Glenn Taibl
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Edythe's Gifts: Three Stewardship Skits
Have you ever found a gift that was so perfect for someone that you couldn't wait to give it to them? Now contrast that with a gift you've given out of a sense of obligation.
It's a little like what a woman named Edythe experiences in the stewardship skits that follow. Each year, as she considers her annual pledge to her church, a visitor arrives on her doorstep and changes Edythe's approach to stewardship. After three years, she realizes that her gift is not an obligation but is an expression of love.
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Happening
Author: Margaret D. McGee is the author of Stumbling Toward God: A Prodigal's Return, and a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Port Townsend, Wash.
Posted: 5/14/2008
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
© Margaret D. McGee
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Celebrate the Ministries of Westwood
On "Celebration Sunday" nearly 50 members at each service processed into the sanctuary carrying banners, signs or placards signifying the many different ministries.
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Happening
Author: Dr. Joyce Mundahl is a stewardship leader at Westwood Lutheran Church, Edina, Minnesota.
Posted: 3/19/2008
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
© Dr. Joyce Mundahl
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Myth of Scarcity
An effective temple talk by a layperson who invites the people of the congregation to reflect on their "new" spending and to increase their giving by the same amount.
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Happening
Author: Paul Batz, Layperson at Diamond Lake Lutheran Church, Minneapolis, MN. Paul is author of the book, Inspire, Persuade and Lead.
Posted: 3/19/2008
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
© Paul Batz
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Stewardship Theme: We Offer With Joy and Thanksgiving
A celebrations of hands in mission and ministry.
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Happening
Author: Zion Lutheran Church, Stratford, WI
Rev. Susan Eidahl, Pastor
Posted: 3/19/2008
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
© Rev. Susan Eidahl
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Reflections, Activities and Prayer During Stewardship Week
In the worship folder each week, there is a section called "Taking the Church Home." These are reflections, activities and prayer based on the weekend lessons.
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Happening
Author: Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Rev. Tim Thies, Senior Pastor
Posted: 3/19/2008
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
© Tim Thies
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Curing Affluenza, Tony Campolo Video Series - Discussion Sheets
Below are discussion sheets for the first five sessions of the video series. For more information about the video series click on
www.luthersem.edu/stewardship/resource_detail.asp?resource_id=369
Todd Nelsen reports that this series was shown at the adult forum and was very well received. Well - almost. It seems that the first couple of sessions causes some folks to feel very uneasy. But they hung in there and by the end, were very thankful they had.
Pastor Nelson says, that there is so much interest that the small groups in the congregation are going to use it to stimulate their discussions.
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Happening
Author: Pastor Todd Nelsen is the senior pastor at Our Savior's Lutheran Church, New Ulm, MN.
Posted: 3/19/2008
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
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WHY GIVERS GIVE GENEROUSLY
This is a summary of a report based on interview with over 500 persons on why they contribute generously to their church and other charitable organizations.
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Happening
Author: John Traver is on the Stewardship Committee at Incarnation Lutheran Church, North Oaks, MN. He is active with the YMCA on a national level.
Posted: 3/19/2008
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
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THE $200,000 FLEECE
Robert Schuller describes in his spiritual autobiography, Prayer: My Soul's Adventure with God, how the funds were raised to begin the radio broadcast of the "Hour of Power."
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Happening
Author: Robert H. Schuller, pastor of Crystal Cathedral congregation and the founder and spokesman on the Hour of Power.
Posted: 3/19/2008
Theme: Communicating the Message
© Copyright 1995 by Dr. Robert Schuller. All rights reserved.
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Growing in the Gift of Giving Journal
A journal was distributed inviting participants to now only read what others had written and an invitation to write a reflection on how you have been blessed.
In this file you will find the contents of the journal. Each was written by a member of the congregation. Their names were included on the original. They are excluded here because permission was neither requested nor granted.
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Happening
Author: Stewardship Action Committee for Incarnation Lutheran Church, North Oaks, MN
Posted: 3/19/2008
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
© Incarnation Lutheran Church, North Oaks, MN
Rev. Gary Anderson, Senior Pastor
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The Nativity Three Year Stewardship Appeal
Story of a congregation which invited people to develop a three-year plan of giving rather than just an annual one.
This file contains material from a stewardship appeal at Nativity Lutheran Church Minneapolis, MN 55418 in 1999.
The unique components include:
+ The three year vision adopted by the congregation
+ An outline of a stewardship message
+ A statement of the congregations capacity to give
+ A three year ask for all channels of giving
+ Samples of a Pastor's individualized personal letters
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Happening
Author: Nativity Lutheran Church, Minneapolis, MN
Rev. Glenn Seefeldt, Senior Pastor
Posted: 3/19/2008
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
© Rev. Glenn Seefeldt
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GIFTS OF THE HEART
The 2004 stewardship emphasis was "Gifts of the Heart."
Information about two special features are included.
"THE DINNER" -- A gathering of the congregation for a meal.
Special edition of the "SHEPHERD'S STAFF NEWSLETTER"
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Happening
Author: Jerry Hoffman was an interim pastor at the Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, Minneapolis, MN 55110. (July 2003-October 2004)
Posted: 3/19/2008
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
© The Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd
4801 France Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55110
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Vision, Core Values, Bedrock Beliefs
The following are Bedrock Beliefs, the mission statement and a one sentence definition of a disciple as defined and claimed by Atonement Lutheran Church.
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Happening
Author: Atonement Lutheran Church, 1980 Silver Lake Road, New Brighton, MN 55112
Rev. Kristen Thompson and Rev. Timothy Thompson, Pastors
Posted: 3/19/2008
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
© Atonement Lutheran Church
1980 Silver Lake Road
New Brighton, MN 55112
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St. Philip's Anniversary Committee Meeting Minutes (Part 6 of 9)
The minutes indicate the work done by the committee. They will identify the ideas generated and the plans for implementation. They can be used to stimulate what others might do
For more on the story, click on:
St. Philip's Miracle Anniversary Celebration: Celebrating a Heritage of Faith, Courage and Hope
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Happening
Author: Carole, committee co-chair
Posted: 3/19/2008
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
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St. Philip's Celebrates Organization on May 12, 1958 (Part 8 of 9)
Front page of the April issue of St. Philips' monthly newsletter, "The Friend"
For more on the story, click on:
St. Philip's Miracle Anniversary Celebration: Celebrating a Heritage of Faith, Courage and Hope
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Happening
Author: Ryan Brodin and Jan Hartsook, co-pastors at St. Philip's Lutheran Church.
Posted: 3/19/2008
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
© St. Philip's Lutheran Church, Fridley, Minn.
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St. Philip's Celebration of a 45-year Heritage of Faith, Courage and Hope (Part 9 of 9)
Front page in the May issue of St. Philip's monthly newsletter, "The Friend"
For more on the story, click on:
St. Philip's Miracle Anniversary Celebration: Celebrating a Heritage of Faith, Courage and Hope
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Happening
Author: Jerry Hoffman served as interim senior pastor at St. Philip's Lutheran Church of Fridley, Minn., Aug. 16, 2002, through May 31, 2003.
Posted: 8/22/2006
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
© St. Philip's Lutheran Church, Fridley, Minn.
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St. Philip's 45th Anniversary Committee position description (Part 5 of 9)
For more on the story, click on:
St. Philip's Miracle Anniversary Celebration: Celebrating a Heritage of Faith, Courage and Hope
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Happening
Author: St. Philip's Lutheran Church Stewardship Committee
Posted: 8/22/2006
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
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St. Philip's Anniversary Offering Appeal (Part 3 of 9)
St. Philip's Stewardship Committee made use of Lyle Schaller's book 44 Ways to Expand the Finance Base of Your Congregation (Abingdon Press: 1989) in planning its special giving campaign and "Miracle Sunday."
Two issues of St. Philip's monthly newsletter, "The Friend," and five appeal letters were employed to inform parishioners of the church's financial need.
Following are highlights from the book that guided the committee.
For more on the story, click on:
St. Philip's Miracle Anniversary Celebration: Celebrating a Heritage of Faith, Courage and Hope
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Happening
Author: Jerry Hoffman served as interim senior pastor at St. Philip's Lutheran Church of Fridley, Minn., Aug. 16, 2002, through May 31, 2003.
Posted: 8/22/2006
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
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St. Philip's Anniversary Offering Appeal Case (Part 2 of 9)
Facing a significant shortfall in contributions, leaders at St. Philip's Lutheran Church decided to combine a 45th anniversary celebration with a special giving campaign. The result was an outpouring of donations and a revitalized congregation.
Following is the letter church leaders used to communicate the need to members.
For more on the story, click on:
St. Philip's Miracle Anniversary Celebration: Celebrating a Heritage of Faith, Courage and Hope
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Happening
Author: Stewardship Committee
Posted: 8/22/2006
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
© St. Philip's Lutheran Church
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St. Philip's Miracle Anniversary Celebration: Celebrating a Heritage of Faith, Courage and Hope
St.Philip's faced major a major shortfall in financial resources in 2003.
Leaders of the congregation decided to celebrate the congregation's proud and successful 45 years of faith, courage and hope, including a special thanksgiving offering.
Planning and holding the celebration, along with the generous offering that ensued, has significantly lifted the spirits and the hopes of the congregation.
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Happening
Author: Jerry Hoffman served as an interim senior pastor at St. Philip's Lutheran Church of Fridley, Minn., Aug. 16, 2002, through May 31, 2003.
Posted: 8/22/2006
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
© St. Philip's Lutheran Church
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Little Things Aren't So Little
In the congregation's newsletter, "The Visitor," Pastor Steve lifts up the value of the gifts of little things, which aren't so little after all.
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Happening
Author: Steve Trewartha is pastor of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in New Prague, Minn. E-mail: prsteve@bevcomm.net
Posted: 7/31/2006
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
© Steve Trewartha
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Living on Purpose -- A Lent Meditation
"Our Walk With God"
Different members of the congregation were invited to speak about their whole life mission statement during the mid-week Lent services. This is one example.
In Kristine Houtman's Lent Meditation she reveals how she and her husband participated in a walk with God in the construction of their faith statement
Their Faith Mission Statement is:
To seek God and serve others.
To live and lovely generously.
To celebrate the beauty of God's creation.
Waiting. Hoping. Choosing Joy.
Her meditation is a testimony to their experience and an interpretation of their mission statement.
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Happening
Author: Kristine J. Houtman is a member of St. Philip the Deacon Lutheran Church, Plymouth, MN who agreed to publically share she and her husband's faith statement.
Posted: 5/24/2006
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
© Kristine Houtman, a member of St. Philip the Deacon Lutheran Church, 17205 County Road 6, Plymouth, MN 55447 - 763-475-7128.
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Living on Purpose -- Questions for Prime Timers
A list of questions designed to engage seniors in a discussion about living a purposeful life.
The Prime Timers were invited to form a small discussion group. Each group was given a stack of cards each of which had one of the questons on them. They were to each choose a card and answer the question.
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Happening
Author: Cheryl Mathison is the Teaching Pastor at St. Philip the Deacon Lutheran Church.
Posted: 5/24/2006
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
© Cheryl Mathison. St. Philip the Deacon Lutheran Church, 17205 County Road 6, Plymouth, MN 55447 - 763-475-7128
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Living on Purpose at St. Philip the Deacon
In the fall of 2005, the staff at St. Philip the Deacon chose the book LIVING ON PURPOSE to focus its conversation, shape its life and privode an environment where faith grows.
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Happening
Author: Cheryl Mathison is the Teaching Pastor at St. Philip the Deacon Lutheran Church.
Posted: 5/24/2006
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
© St. Philip the Deacon Lutheran Church, 17205 County Road 6, Plymouth, MN 55447 - 763-475-7128
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Living on Purpose –- Description of the Whole Life Faith Mission Statement Writing Workshop
Answers the question - What is the Whole Life Faith Mission Statement Writing Workshop?
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Happening
Author: Cheryl Mathison is the Teaching Pastor at St. Philip the Deacon Lutheran Church.
Posted: 5/24/2006
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
© St. Philip the Deacon Lutheran Church, 17205 County Road 6, Plymouth, MN 55447 - 763-475-7128
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Living on Purpose - Ways to Participate
Individuals and families were given multiple ways to participate in this emphasis.
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Happening
Author: Cheryl Mathison is the Teaching Pastor at St. Philip the Deacon Lutheran Church.
Posted: 5/24/2006
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
© St. Philip the Deacon Lutheran Church, 17205 County Road 6, Plymouth, MN 55447 - 763-475-7128
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Give Us This Day
Pastor Todd Nelson, New Ulm, MN, sent in the following devotion shared by Maxine Remme at a recent Stewardship Board meeting presen
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Happening
Author: Maxine Remme, Stewardship Board Chair, Our Savior's Lutheran Church, New Ulm, MN
Posted: 3/13/2004
Theme: Happenings in Congregations
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