Intro to Stewardship
Stewardship is the thoughtful use of anything that has value in life. Whether it be our voices (which are moral instruments), to the land under our feet and the water flowing through our towns, to our pocketbooks (which are moral documents), stewardship is the cruciform and mindful management of the abundance of God.
Stewardship, at it’s core, comes down to how we express generosity in the ongoing story of God’s work in this world. Generosity is a fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:21-23), and at it’s core is a discipleship practice flowing from the free and abundant love and grace we have from God through Christ.
Here you’ll find some resources and ideas that can help elevate the conversation around stewardship in your ministry, encouraging and empowering this discipleship work that God fosters in all of us. God wants us to lead a generous life not because God needs it, but because it’s a better way to live.
Generosity and Stewardship
Creative Conversations About Money
Planning & Programming Materials
Resources, Support and Stories
Stewardship Quick Links
This Vimeo showcase features a collection of webinars focused on congregational stewardship, with an emphasis on fostering a culture of generosity and strengthening the role of stewardship within the life of a congregation. The videos provide guidance and practical insights for congregational leaders as they engage members in meaningful conversations about giving, shared responsibility, and supporting the mission and ministry of the church.
Mission Support fuels new ministries, grows leaders, builds global partnerships and works for justice and peace.
Stewardship resources equip congregations and households in generosity, creation, finances, leadership and lifestyle.
Find ideas and inspiration to adapt for your context, whether starting fresh or building on a year-round stewardship plan.
Reach out if you have any questions or would like to learn more about stewardship.
