Generosity in quotes
“As God’s people today, we talk about being a family, but the reality too often falls short . . . It is easy to lose… Read More »Generosity in quotes
Rest for the weary, grace for the rest
As this post goes live, I’ll be up in the air (literally), in flight to Dallas, Texas. Along with more than 2,000 young moms, 150… Read More »Rest for the weary, grace for the rest
My mother-in-law’s Christmas cactus, Policy Governance, and a meaty metaphor
Next to a pithy phrase, a meaty metaphor is my favorite rhetorical device. It’s possible to say a lot with a few words. Case in… Read More »My mother-in-law’s Christmas cactus, Policy Governance, and a meaty metaphor
Generosity in quotes
“Most of us have heard a sermon or three about generous giving and tithing. It is far more rare to hear messages about dealing with… Read More »Generosity in quotes
7 mid-summer projects for more productive board work in the fall
On Monday of this week, I highlighted a list of spruce-up projects guaranteed to enhance your fundraising results come fall. But it’s not just development… Read More »7 mid-summer projects for more productive board work in the fall
Generosity in quotes
“In the end, effective outcomes and a piling of success stories aren’t the things for which we reach. Though, who am I kidding. I prefer… Read More »Generosity in quotes
It matters who’s on the mountain with you
While vacationing in North Carolina, my husband and I are enjoying the luxury of time for early morning walks. Or more accurately, early morning hikes.… Read More »It matters who’s on the mountain with you
Rushing toward rest and relaxation
I’m not much good at resting. Never have been and probably never will be. I’m more a Martha than a Mary, regardless how many times… Read More »Rushing toward rest and relaxation
Generosity in quotes
“God is working out his purposes in ways we cannot imagine, and grace shines in the least expected places. When it does, and we notice,… Read More »Generosity in quotes
What the kids should know about your finances
During tough economic times, it’s understandable if parents shield their kids from the harsher facts of the family’s financial life. Growing up is hard enough.… Read More »What the kids should know about your finances