The church is in decline. Sure, I guess. But, what do you mean by that? Membership is down in many congregations. Average weekly attendance is down, too. They are down as compared to 1965. They are down as compared to 1985. They are down, in many places, as compared even to 2005. There has beenContinue reading “Decline of What?”
Category Archives: Stewardship
Learning How to Give
You’d think it wouldn’t take much to learn how to give. Just reach into your pocket and give, right? Of course, if you’ve ever spent time in a preschool, you know that there is often a reluctance in giving and sharing. Sharing toys doesn’t come naturally. Giving that toy to Bobby is even harder. IContinue reading “Learning How to Give”
Now is the Time
Lectionary 33 (25th Sunday after Pentecost), Year C2 Thessalonians 3:6-13; Luke 21:5-19Sunday, November 14, 2010 Grace to you and peace, from the one who is, who was, and who is to come. Amen. Growing up with the last name of Duckworth, and having all sort of nicknames based on the root “Duck” – Continue reading “Now is the Time”
Certain Promise, Certain Hope for Uncertain Times
Lectionary 29 (21st Sunday after Pentecost), Year C2 Timothy 3:14:-4:5Sunday, October 17, 2010 Grace to you and peace, from the one who is, who was, and who is to come. Amen. In our second reading today we read excerpts of a letter from Paul to the younger Timothy, a co-worker with Paul in proclaimingContinue reading “Certain Promise, Certain Hope for Uncertain Times”
Walking the Pathway of Faith, Looking for What God Will Do
Lectionary 27 (19th Sunday after Pentecost), Year CPsalm 37:1-9; Luke 17:5-10Sunday, October 3, 2010 Grace to you and peace, from the one who is, who was, and who is to come. Amen. “Increase our faith!” the apostles begged Jesus.Increase our faith.How many times have we, in our lives, wanted stronger faith?Faith to believe in God’sContinue reading “Walking the Pathway of Faith, Looking for What God Will Do”
The Lutheran Zephyr 