“The point is this: he who sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and he who sows bountifully will also reap bountifully. Each one must do as he has made up his mind, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.” 2 Corinthians 9:6-8
Stewardship
The mission of the Southeastern Pennsylvania Synod Stewardship Ministry is to invite, equip and encourage all people and congregations to become generous disciples of Jesus Christ, using every resource in their control to enact God’s will, and teaching others to do the same.
A vision for stewardship ministry:
• “God generously created the world and gave us stewardship of the created order.
• Jesus generously gave us the love of God, forgave our sins, and gave his life on the cross so that we might receive eternal life in community with God.
• The Holy Spirit generously gives us the mind of Christ and the power of God to do the will of God in the world.
• We generously offer all that is in our power and under our control to God’s use in joyful response to the gifts that have been given to us.”
Scripture on giving:
Resources:
Stewardship Staff
Serena S. Sellers
Stewardship specialist
Rev. Serena S. Sellers serves as the Assistant to the Bishop for Connections and Resources in the Southeastern Pennsylvania Synod. She serves part-time on the staff of the ELCA as a stewardship specialist and is available to answer your questions and connect you to resources to help you grow as a steward and lead your congregation in faithful stewardship.
Contact: (610) 278-7340 |
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Tips for stewardship during economic downturn
"Financial downturns create uncertainty and fear," says Ed Kruse, ELCA director for stewardship. But Kruse notes that "generosity has never been a matter of how much money we have." He offers several tips for congregations who "want to grow a culture of generosity" on the ELCA website
Generous Hearts: Stewardship as response to God
Stewardship is about how we respond in our lives to God's most generous act on the cross. Generous Hearts on Oct. 11 is about more than a resource or a technique for personal and congregational stewardship ministry. It is about helping members of our congregations live into the transformation God gives us through faith.
60 Minutes: A race through stewardship possibilities
Need to learn a lot about stewardship quickly? After a warm-up with fellowship and opening devotions, stewardship leaders from across the Synod share 12 of their best ideas and most effective resources in just an hour. Don't miss it! Thursday, October 9th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. Grace Hall, Grace Lutheran Church, Norristown, PA.
Money Leadership for Pastors workshop
"Money Leadership" is offered Sept. 30-Oct. 1 at St. Francis Retreat House in Easton. The program engages leaders in conversation about their experiences, knowledge and practices related to money, and how they affect congregational money issues.
Consecration Sunday Leaders
As of August 16, 2004, the SEPA Synod will publish a list of trained Consecration Sunday guest leaders and speakers.
Synod News
Synod office construction project delayed
The construction of new offices for the Southeastern Pennsylvania Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran church in America (ELCA) on the Lutheran Theological Seminary at Philadelphia (LTSP) campus is temporarily on hold due to the recent economic downturn. In the meantime, the seminary and synod are negotiating rent-free office space in another campus building, the Wiedemann Center, until the project can be resumed. The move into this temporary space is projected for early January.
World AIDS Day service Nov. 29
The annual Service of Holy Communion and Litany of Healing to mark World AIDS Day will be held Saturday, Nov. 29 at 3 p.m. at Reformation Lutheran Church, Mt. Airy.