Being successful in a way that makes you feel fulfilled and in tune with your true self may not match your friends’, coworkers’, families, or even society’s definition of success. If you’re feeling stuck and misplaced, it may be time to redefine what success truly means to you. This will help you focus on the right goals that match your values and passions, creating a renewed sense of well-being. Follow these tips:
The Penson Boards interviews the Rev. Davi Weasley, Pastor of First Congregational Church of Bellingham, Washington, about the impact of the NGLI program in their life and ministry, and their perspectives on church challenges and opportunities.
FOREWORD
I am a sentimental fool. The nostalgia of my past happily haunts me today. At 55 years old, I’m a member of the last group of folks who rode a bike with a bag full of newspapers bouncing off the front wheel. I still have my old red paper bike and the Rocky Mountain News bag hanging in my garage. The old bike is now a cruiser; I ride it around my neighborhood in Denver on warm days. It’s the same neighborhood I rode through delivering the newspaper over forty years ago. Every ride is a sentimental journey.
Over the years, the churches in Puerto Rico have centered upon operating more introspectively—looking within to invoke spiritual connection and a deeper relationship with God, and that is good. But equally important is that the church respond to situations that arise in their communities and connect more with our people to address existing justice and peace issues.
My role as Benefit Consultant supports the Iglesia Evangélica Unida de Puerto Rico (IEUPR) and Ryder Hospital employees. The role allows me to serve as a liaison between the Pension Boards and Puerto Rico, providing updates and communications on key topics. I consult with current and potential members or employers to facilitate their registration and plan participation process. By doing so, I become aware of the needs of our members in Puerto Rico, and help identify areas of opportunity to improve our member experience. The best way to help our members is to be intentional about listening to their needs, and for our actions to reflect the value they hold for us.
Ángel E. Cepeda Velázquez, a Trustee of the Pension Boards, and head of Accounting and Administration for Iglesia Evangélica Unida de Puerto Rico (IEUPR), shares how the Pension Boards and IEUPR are working together to service the financial well-being of its pastors.
A Conversation with the Rev. Zack Jackson
The Rev. Zack Jackson, Pastor, Open Table UCC in Pottstown, PA, a participant in the Ministers’ Financial Vitality Initiative, shares his financial journey and explores the realities of money and sustaining ministry.
Managing money as a couple can be a challenging endeavor. As clergy, you are often accustomed to looking out for others—now is the time to look out for yourself and your spouse/partner.
Whether you’re just starting your journey together or looking to strengthen your financial bond, here are five tips and tricks to help you build a secure future as partners.
Taking small actions can stoke your mood and energy, helping you beat the “winter blues.” Read the below Health Advocate article for suggestions.
Rev. Bruce G. Epperly, PhD
During the Lenten season, the Rev. Bruce Epperly shares about pruning and letting go of those things that can weigh us down or encumber us, so we may discern the difference between the optional and essential in our spiritual journeys.