Stewardship ~ Bible Study

"We believe that all things come from God, a gracious God. We believe that God's grace is the source of all our good ideas, energy, effort and results. We believe that God is the source of every breath, every day we live, and all that we are and have. We believe that even believing in God's son, Jesus Christ, comes from God. We cannot come to faith except through God's Spirit. We believe that our response of faith to God's word makes a difference. It brings results that God accomplishes through faith." (from Three Approaches to Giving by Ed Kruse)

The Stewardship Commission encourages every member of our congregation to participate in the following four week Bible Study. Hoping and praying that it will help develop a healthier congregation that works in unity.

According to Peter L. Steinke, author of How Your Church Works and Healthy Congregations:

"Healthy Congregations:

Focus on mission, challenge and strengths.
Have leaders who are mature and motivated, and who accept the role of being stewards of the congregation.
Are well prepared to manage tension and trauma; while they do not escape conflicts, they do not allow conflict to fester due to indecision.
Are characterized by a mood and spirit that is uplifting.
Intentionally practice clarity; for example, roles and expectations are clearly defined and widely understood."