Summer 2008: Stewardship for kids and youth
Culture pushes; pastors push back
Pastors troubled by poor financial models for young people in society
It’s a slam dunk! The most important financial stewardship need of children and youth is confrontation of the cultural pressure to consume, according to Teleios interviews with 20 pastors.
Hush! Kids hear “silent” message about money
Quiet seed money project at Ohio church reaps fruit for years
Loud cultural messages about money have pastors wondering whether their words about scriptural values are reaching kids in their churches. However, one church found its strongest message may be conveyed without words.
Pastor swims upstream with radical message
With Biblical Economics 101, kids may catch its message at home
Pastor Bobby Murphy admits he holds a radical view of finances that pushes the envelope – and the checkbook.
Resource reserve
Stewardship resources to speak to younger generations – from MMA and other sources.
What’s new at MMA
- New materials in Spanish
We’ve recently added new materials in Spanish. Email the MMA Bookstore to receive a complete list of all MMA materials in Spanish for your congregation. - Who inspires you?
We want to hear about those who inspire you on your journey toward greater stewardship. Nominate them for a $5,000 MMA Journey Award. - Church banking services
Learn about MMA’s new banking partner, Mennonite Financial Federal Credit Union, which offers unique services for congregations.