Stewardship Ministry

Managing the gifts God gives us

The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod’s Stewardship Ministry helps congregations grow in their understanding and implementation of a life of stewardship.

Christian stewardship is the free and joyous activity of God’s family — the church — in managing life’s resources for His purposes.

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Devotions: ‘Simple Gifts’

Simple Gifts Devotion Series on Stewardship

“Simple Gifts” is a 22-part series of devotions on stewardship. Topics include “Stewards of the gift of peace“ and “Gifts for the generations to come.”

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‘Stewardship Basics’

Stewardship Basics Bible Study

“Stewardship Basics,” an eight-part Bible study from LCMS Stewardship Ministry, is available at no charge to help congregations start a discussion of whole-life stewardship.

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Resources & Services

Online Giving Pew Cards

The physical act of collecting the gifts and bringing them to the altar has been a part of Christian worship since the time of the apostles.

Now, parishioners who give offerings electronically may participate in the Divine Service by placing a card in the offering plate in lieu of an envelope.

LCMS congregations may print online giving pew cards for members.

 

Stewardship from A to Z

The A to Z collection of resources includes important items for pastor and stewardship committees. The documents are arranged into four sections to help leaders find content applicable to their unique settings.

 

Stewardship Under the Cross

Stewardship Under the Cross: Stewardship for the Confessional Lutheran Parish was written by the Rev. Heath Curtis. He shares the “experience and advice of one pastor struggling to remain faithful to God’s Word while leading his parish through a rough financial patch.”

Bulletin, Newsletter Information

Stewardship bulletin blurbs and newsletter articles are available for congregations to feature in church publications. Content is based on the one-year and three-year lectionary.

 

Financial Peace® U.

“Preview and Review of Financial Peace® University,” written by Rev. Jonathan Conner, has helpful suggestions for Lutheran pastors and lay leaders who want to use FPU in their congregations.

 

Bible Stewardship Principles

The LCMS recommends using these Bible Stewardship Principles in guiding education and appeal efforts in Synod congregations, entities, agencies and auxiliaries. The principles feature a leader’s guide and are available in four different languages plus three age-appropriate versions.

 

The Chief Steward

The Chief Steward: A Manual on Pastoral Leadership was written by the Rev. J.E. Herrmann in 1950.

 

 


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Ministry Overview

LCMS Stewardship Ministry plans educational opportunities and provides ongoing support for pastors and lay leaders as they implement Christ-centered stewardship plans in their congregations.
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The LCMS Office of National Mission works within the borders of the United States to support the programs and resources available to congregations, districts, schools, Recognized Service Organizations and other Lutheran organizations.

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Recent Stories & Articles

Stewardship Ministry – Reporter
LCMS Stewardship Ministry: February 2020 ‘StewardCAST’ newsletter
Monday, February 17, 2020 3:41:41 PM
LCMS Stewardship Ministry: Newsletter article and bulletin blurbs – March 2020
Tuesday, February 11, 2020 2:59:19 PM
LCMS Stewardship Ministry: Newsletter article and bulletin blurbs – February 2020
Tuesday, January 14, 2020 3:34:47 PM
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Newsletter

StewardCAST is a monthly newsletter with stewardship resources for individuals and congregations.

To receive newsletters by email, register for a free myLCMS account. Select “StewardCAST” in the “Email Newsletters” section.

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