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Living into the kingdom of God by believing in its abundance

We can live out our beliefs as the early church did by stewarding resources to meet the needs of all, writes a director of programs and grants for Leadership Education at Duke Divinity.

By Mycal X. Brickhouse Director of programs and grants, Leadership Education at Duke Divinity

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A partnership rooted in God’s love builds affordable housing in New York City

The Trinity-Rev. William M. James Senior Apartments is a collaboration offering affordable housing with wraparound services for seniors, intentionally including the formerly incarcerated.

By Genine Babakian Journalist

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Declining numbers at conferences can be an opportunity to innovate

Instead of pursuing a big-name speaker or more production, make conferences and in-person gatherings more intimate and transformative, says a worship leader and consultant.

By Angie Hong Worship leader, writer and speaker

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Five questions to ask during those Super Bowl commercials

Some reflections to accompany your soda and seven-layer dip, from a communications specialist at Leadership Education at Duke Divinity.

By Emily Lund Communications Specialist, Leadership Education at Duke Divinity

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Bivocational ministry can’t become an excuse to underpay our ministers

Bivocational ministry might become more common in the future, but we can’t let that trend include exploitation and financial insecurity, says an author.

By Melissa Florer-Bixler Pastor, Raleigh Mennonite Church

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More than finding a room, building an intentional community

CRECHE, a Boston-area co-housing network, offers space for developing deep relationships while easing the burden of high housing costs.

By Phillip Martin Journalist

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Bivocationalism has historical roots — and modern benefits

As church size declines, more pastors pursue second (and even third) careers for economic or personal reasons. Researchers and practitioners share guidance on how to make it work, advising that letting go of the stigma can be a first step.

By Leslie Quander Wooldridge Journalist

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Miguel Escobar: The church has a complicated relationship with money

The author of a new book opens a discussion on stewardship, poverty and the holy uses of wealth.

Laura Ullrich and David Brown: Why pastors should understand economics

Economists live in a world of scarcity. Christians believe in God’s abundance. In this conversation, an economist and a pastor talk about the ways in which that tension plays out in ministry and life.