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Can economic development be spiritual work?

Posted on April 27, 2026 by Prince R. Rivers

Economic development requires taking seriously the full lives of our neighbors.

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Be faithful. Take risks. 

Posted on April 20, 2026 by Prince R. Rivers

Discerning how and when to take a risk is an essential skill for congregational leaders.

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The power of not knowing 

Posted on April 13, 2026 by Prince R. Rivers

Being willing to admit you don’t know can be a gift to your congregation.

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Honoring your elders

Posted on April 6, 2026 by Prince R. Rivers

How do we continue to engage the more senior members of our congregations?

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What does it mean to “inspire”?

Posted on March 30, 2026 by Prince R. Rivers

The key attributes of inspirational leadership are accessible to all of us.

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Music and the soul of a congregation 

Posted on March 23, 2026 by Prince R. Rivers

The music we sing is never just about preference. It is about formation.

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Preach to the disillusioned

Posted on March 16, 2026 by Prince R. Rivers

On any given Sunday, the pews contain those who are disillusioned

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Shift the culture

Posted on March 9, 2026 by Prince R. Rivers

Changing organizational culture starts with identifying one high-impact behavior.

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Sacred practices for distracted minds 

Posted on March 2, 2026 by Prince R. Rivers

Distraction is a spiritual dilemma. How do we train our minds on God?

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Why people give

Posted on February 23, 2026 by Prince R. Rivers

It’s important to know what motivates generosity

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