Stewardship Strengthens...

Stewardship strengthens our relationship with Jesus

Living Abundantly in a Time of Scarcity.
The news reports and economic pundits have convinced us that we are living in a time of scarcity. Resources appear to be is short supply and we easily identify with the disciples in the miracle of the feeding of the 5,000 in Mark 6:34-44. Buried in that miracle story, however, are behaviors which turn the perception of scarcity into a celebration of abundance.

In our fall financial program at Holy Trinity we are employing the theme -- “100% BOLD: Living Abundantly in a Time of Scarcity.” We are convinced by the story God and God’s steadfast love for God’s people that the antidote to our anxiety and fears is 100% BOLD Stewardship.

As we begin this venture boldly, think about all God has entrusted to you. As you come to worship each week, listen for the words at the center of the prayer of thanksgiving. Here are four distinct actions—taking, blessing, breaking, and giving. These four actions are also at the heart of the story of Jesus feeding more than 5,000 from five loaves and two fish. As we consider this pattern, think about how you take, bless, break, and give as part of your faith in Jesus. Give prayerful consideration in the coming weeks to how you will join your brothers and sisters in making an investment in the mission to which Jesus has called us.

Assets are gifts in action: a story about gold.

At the end of September, Nancy found that she had some family jewelry that no one wanted. A few earrings. She started by donating them to the yard sale when somehow she remembered that the price of gold is high now, and jewelry shops are paying a nice price for gold. So, she took the jewelry to the jewelry store with a few more odds and ends and came out with more than $150, which she gave for the ministry at Holy Trinity. What do you have just laying around?

Thank you for your generous gifts that truly do help make a difference in the lives of people in this community and beyond