Here we are in the middle of the summer. For many of us, it is a time to plan and to take strategic steps as we get ready to re-launch the regular activities for the fall. Here are two ideas:
QUESTIONS FOR YOUR ANNUAL STEWARDSHIP CHECK-UP
“An annual stewardship “check up” is a great way to stay in shape as a good steward. Questions for this checkup might include: How is God’s grace present in your life? How is God blessing you? How are you responding? How are you taking responsibility for the ways in which you live your life? In what ways are you going beyond yourself in service? How have you experienced God’s presence as you served others this year? In what ways will you challenge yourself this coming year to reach out to someone in need? How are you offering yourself in generous response to the lavish gift of Christ’s love?”
Leisa Anslinger and Victoria Shepp in Forming Generous Hearts: Stewardship Planning for Lifelong Faith Formation (New London, CT: Twenty Third Publications) p. 103-104.
MAKE SOME NEW FRIENDS AND CHECK UP ON THE OLD ONES
This is a great time to connect with those you might not see during the school year. You can have relaxed conversations as you share what God is doing in the school. As always, we should listen to hear what they like (or love) about the school and how they connect to the mission. We can always ask if they feel comfortable recommending the school to a potential new parent or someone else who might have an interest in education. If you have an introductory tour of the school, make sure you hand out cards with the dates and times. These visits are great for soliciting ambassadors for the school. If possible, go to them in person. We need to leave our comfortable desk and meeting them where they are conveys honor and value,
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