Where Your Heart Is… A Weekly Offerings Stewardship Blog

October 27, 2014

Gratitude

BY Sally Wright Posted at 10:52am

“That moment for me was a glimpse into God’s provision and abundance in this world, in this church and in my life.”

October 21, 2014

Meet Kate, an SOLSN Ambassador

Between staff, volunteers, and mission partners, we have a lot of friends involved with Special Offerings on a daily basis. In an effort to include you in our little world, we are beginning a series introducing you to the people behind the scenes who make these offerings possible. Meet Kate Rascoe. Kate is a member of… Read more »

October 20, 2014

Looking Forward to Christmas

BY Tricia Wainscott Posted at 2:02pm

OK, it’s true. I don’t usually like to think about getting ready for Christmas until my Thanksgiving dinner has fully digested. I like to jump in head first at the beginning of Advent and not slow down til Christmas day. I’m sure many of you who have worked in congregations know how true those words… Read more »

October 14, 2014

Ready, Set, Activation Kit!

BY Tricia Wainscott Posted at 2:29pm

We have heard from several congregations who host alternative giving fairs, providing opportunities to purchase the kinds of gifts that don’t clutter people’s homes. The kinds of gifts that make a difference to someone else who really needs it. In response, we created the Presbyterian Giving Catalog Activation Kit.

October 1, 2014

I Want YOU!

BY Sally Wright Posted at 2:56pm

I have been feeling a lot like the 1940s Uncle Sam poster that says, “I want you” with a big finger pointing at the reader. Except I was not alive in the 1940s, I’m not male and I’m not representing the government. Though, I am looking for YOU to join the Ambassador program. I want… Read more »

September 30, 2014

A Blessing of the Goats

BY Sally Wright Posted at 1:48pm

I often have moments that make me think, “I love my job!” One of these was meeting Will Christians, pastor at First Presbyterian Church in Decatur, Michigan. He shared this story with me, and I’d like to pass it along here: “After a whole year of collecting small offerings, the Sunday school class was able… Read more »

September 29, 2014

New Presbyterian Giving Catalog offers creative way to make a difference

BY Tricia Wainscott Posted at 11:53am

After a successful launch in the fall of 2013, the Presbyterian Giving Catalog has entered its second year with a new edition and with new tools to help congregations encourage alternative giving. We are grateful for the wonderful response to the 2013 catalog,” said Sam Locke, director of Special Offerings for the Presbyterian Mission Agency…. Read more »

September 26, 2014

A New Worship Resource for World Communion Sunday

BY Tricia Wainscott Posted at 6:00am

Our friends in Compassion, Peace and Justice have created a new worship guide to help with your 2014 World Communion Sunday planning.

September 25, 2014

Peace in the Streets of Detroit

BY Tricia Wainscott Posted at 2:42pm

The Peace & Global Witness video is now live and available to show in your congregations leading up to the offering!

September 24, 2014

Peace be With You

BY Tricia Wainscott Posted at 5:10pm

Learn more about Season of Peace resources, like the printable Peace Cards to share with your family.

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