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Facing Financial Facts at Church

The Rev. Margaret Marcuson (ABCUSA)

What are the financial facts in your congregation? For example:

o What are the trends in giving and expenses?
o What is the giving pyramid - how many givers do you have at successive giving levels?
o What is the pace of income through the year - what percentage comes in during December each year?
o What percentage of income goes to ministries outside your congregation?

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Fasting from complaining: 9 reasons why church leaders might want to try it

The Rev. Margaret Marcuson (ABCUSA)

The weeks between Easter and Pentecost are more of a time for church leaders to celebrate than fast. But I'm thinking about fasting as a spiritual practice. While fasting from food has its place, I think a fast from complaining is worth a try. I'm committing to it.

Here are nine reasons to try fasting from complaints:

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May 02, 2013

What I learned from my father about ministry

The Rev. Margaret Marcuson (ABCUSA)

Here are ten things I learned from my father about ministry, in honor of his 90th birthday.
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April 09, 2013

5 Church Leadership Mistakes You Might Be Making

The Rev. Margaret Marcuson (ABCUSA)

How do you know when to take a stand and when to let things go? Here are five common mistakes, and some questions to think about.
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April 03, 2013

Having Fun Is Not a Waste of Time for Church Leaders

The Rev. Margaret Marcuson (ABCUSA)

Having fun can benefit church leaders in their life and ministry.
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March 27, 2013

How to Enjoy Holy Week and Easter Sunday Services

The Rev. Margaret Marcuson (ABCUSA)

This is a busy week. Yet it can be less stressful, if we think about the week and the many services a bit differently.
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March 18, 2013

Nine Indicators of a Healthy Congregation

The Rev. Margaret Marcuson (ABCUSA)

What is congregational health? It has little if anything to do with the size of the congregation.
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March 14, 2013

What Does the New Pope Have in Common with Other Church Leaders?

The Rev. Margaret Marcuson (ABCUSA)

Here are eight things Francis I has in common with other church leaders, no matter their tradition or denomination.
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March 11, 2013

Three Things to Remember about Making Decisions at Church (and at Home)

The Rev. Margaret Marcuson (ABCUSA)

Do you have a decision you need to make - at church or in your personal life? Here are three things to consider.
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March 07, 2013

Finding Ministry Help in the Novels of Susan Howatch

The Rev. Margaret Marcuson (ABCUSA)

Do you want an opportunity to reflect on your ministry while entertaining yourself? Try the novels of Susan Howatch.