Archive for Generosity

As Iron Sharpens Iron

“As iron sharpens iron, so does one person sharpen another” (Proverbs 27:17). I had a great conversation with Jerry Schriver yesterday from the Christian Stewardship Network.  He is doing some great things in networking stewardship and development pastors nationwide through forums, events, peer-to-peer coaching, and other venues.  His network members are an impressive list, and I […]

Posted by: Julie on Thursday, March 13th, 2008

Ever Done a Shopping Fast?

  Ever done a shopping fast?  No, I don’t mean ‘shopping fast’ in which you shop quickly for your most coveted items!  I mean a shopping fast – in which you fast (or abstain) from shopping for a selected period of time.  Many of you are likely familiar with different types of food fasts.  Food fasts challenge […]

Posted by: Julie on Tuesday, March 11th, 2008

Generosity in Action

 This picture is one of the best results of generosity I’ve ever experienced!  Did you know that our 190-person launch team for the Plainfield launch personally sacrificed not only their time, their hearts, and their talents – but also their resources?!  It’s true.  Our Plainfield launch team, led by Brad and Anne Prunty – who sacrificed significant […]

Posted by: Julie on Sunday, March 9th, 2008