From one perspective, American society might seem to be falling apart. However, from another vantage point, we can see a more complex, nuanced picture. Listen as David Brooks and Anne Snyder share stories from the frontlines of community rebuilding and civic creativity, and talk about the sacred re-weaving of institutions of all forms.
Resource Library
Lake Institute’s Resource Library collects and curates a wide range of resources that can help deepen understanding and practice at the intersection of faith and giving.
Search by keywords or browse by themes to find current research, leadership insights, inspiring stories, discernment guides, theological reflection, and more.
Featured Resources
Where to Start is a tool to help faith leaders consider what to do when they don't know what to do about resources.
This collection features all of the resources created by the Ecumenical Stewardship Center before they closed in 2021.
The Faithful Generosity Story Shelf highlights congregations and other religious organizations who have sought to use their assets and resources in creative—and sometimes surprising—ways as an expression of faithful giving.
Resources
Rev. Andrew Warner, the United Church of Christ's Generosity Outreach Officer, has created a video series of stewardship resources for your church's planned giving campaign.
Dan Cardinali and Kerry Robinson discuss the ethical and practical strengths at the intersection of philanthropy and faith.
Dan Cardinali and Kerry Robinson discuss the ethical and practical strengths at the intersection of philanthropy and faith.
Bishop Jennifer Baskerville-Burrows and David Dodson reflect together on the role of faith and philanthropy in meeting the challenges of our common life.
This webinar explores the spiritual practices that support a vocation in development, advancing the mission of your organization.
Mark DeYmaz, author of The Coming Revolution in Church Economics: Why Tithes and Offerings Are No Longer Enough and What You Can Do About It, sits down with Horizons CEO, Joe Park, to talk about his new book.
Rev. Andrew Warner, the United Church of Christ's Generosity Outreach Officer, has created a video series of stewardship resources for your church's annual giving campaign.
In this video, Bo Prosser addresses the financial health of pastoral leaders, and how it can impact their personal health.
This Generosity Transformed keynote address from Bishop Jennifer Baskerville-Burrows wraps up the conference with final thoughts about what we heard and what we can do moving forward.
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Insights, a bi-weekly e-newsletter, is a resource for the religious community and fundraisers of faith-based organizations that provides:
- Reflections on important developments in the field of faith and giving
- Recommended books, studies and articles
- Upcoming Lake Institute events