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		<title>The growing clergy housing crisis</title>
		<link>https://www.stewardshipoflife.org/2026/06/the-growing-clergy-housing-crisis/</link>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Nicole Marie Bergeron Founder and CEO, Aslan Housing Foundation]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 16:06:31 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[In this article, Nicole Marie Bergeron explores the growing clergy housing crisis and its impact on pastors, families, and congregations. She invites the church to consider how faithful support and fair compensation can help sustain ministry. (Photo: Creative Commons)]]></description>
		
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		<title>Apply to Be a ELCA Youth Gathering Volunteer</title>
		<link>https://www.stewardshipoflife.org/2026/06/apply-to-be-a-elca-youth-gathering-volunteer/</link>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[ELCA Youth Gathering]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 15:52:01 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Applications are now open for volunteers at the 2027 ELCA Youth Gathering! The Gathering Volunteer Corps serves throughout the week in Minneapolis, supporting everything from Mass Gatherings to program logistics. (Photo: ELCA Youth Gathering)]]></description>
		
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		<title>Pastoral Care Kit for Fourth of July</title>
		<link>https://www.stewardshipoflife.org/2026/06/pastoral-care-kit-for-fourth-of-july/</link>
					<comments>https://www.stewardshipoflife.org/2026/06/pastoral-care-kit-for-fourth-of-july/#respond</comments>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Illustrated Ministry]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 15:34:48 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Pastoral Care Package]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Fourth of July Sunday can be a challenge, and this year, with the United States marking its 250th anniversary, the stakes feel higher. Illustrated Ministry has developed free resources for pastors and leaders. (Photo: Illustrated Ministry)]]></description>
		
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		<title>The freedom to live, love, and serve</title>
		<link>https://www.stewardshipoflife.org/2026/06/the-freedom-to-live-love-and-serve/</link>
					<comments>https://www.stewardshipoflife.org/2026/06/the-freedom-to-live-love-and-serve/#respond</comments>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Deacon Timothy Siburg]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 15:04:19 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Lectionary Reflections]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Preach]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Year A]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Deacon Timothy Siburg]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Fifth Sunday after Pentecost Year A]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Jeremiah 28:5-9]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Matthew 10:40-42]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Proper 8]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Psalm 89:1-4 15-18]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Romans 6:12-23]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[RCL reflection, Fifth Sunday after Pentecost, Proper 8, Year A. June 28, 2026. As we quickly approach the 250th anniversary of the United States’ independence, Deacon Timothy Siburg explores how we are free to live, love, and serve today! ]]></description>
		
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		<title>Stewarding courage in uncertain times</title>
		<link>https://www.stewardshipoflife.org/2026/06/stewarding-courage-in-uncertain-times/</link>
					<comments>https://www.stewardshipoflife.org/2026/06/stewarding-courage-in-uncertain-times/#respond</comments>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[The Rev. Micah Krey]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 17:12:34 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Lectionary Reflections]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Preach]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Year A]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Genesis 21:8-21]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Matthew 10:24-39]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Proper 7]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Psalm 33:1-12]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[The Fourth Sunday after Pentecost Year A]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[The Rev. Micah Krey]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[RCL reflection for the Fourth Sunday after Pentecost, Year A. June 21, 2026. In a uncertain world, faithful stewardship calls for courage and trust. The Rev. Micah Krey explores how God meets us in the wilderness and calls us to move forward with hope. (Photo: Flickr)]]></description>
		
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		<title>Read the study on Women, Wealth, &#038; Faith</title>
		<link>https://www.stewardshipoflife.org/2026/06/read-the-recent-study-on-women-wealth-faith/</link>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Women Doing Well]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:45:33 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Research]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Women Doing Well]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Women Weath & Faith]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[Women are stepping into new financial influence, reshaping conversations about generosity and stewardship. The Women, Wealth &#38; Faith research project explores how faith and wealth intersect. (Photo: Women, Wealth &#38; Faith)]]></description>
		
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		<title>Principles to guide your environmental preaching</title>
		<link>https://www.stewardshipoflife.org/2026/06/how-to-craft-eco-sermons/</link>
					<comments>https://www.stewardshipoflife.org/2026/06/how-to-craft-eco-sermons/#respond</comments>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[The Rev. Dr. Leah Schade, Interfaith Center for Sustainable Development]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:29:07 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Environment]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Eco Preaching]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Interfaith Center for Sustainable Development]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[How do we preach about caring for God’s creation in ways that are faithful, hopeful, and grounded in Scripture? The Rev. Dr. Leah Schade shares ten practical principles for environmental preaching that inspires hope, action, and faithful stewardship of God’s world. (Photo: Creative Commons)]]></description>
		
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		<title>A powerful ministry of respite and outreach</title>
		<link>https://www.stewardshipoflife.org/2026/06/a-powerful-ministry-of-respite-and-outreach/</link>
					<comments>https://www.stewardshipoflife.org/2026/06/a-powerful-ministry-of-respite-and-outreach/#respond</comments>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brittany Sky, Building Faith]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:23:46 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Health]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Building Faith]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Night Out]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Outreach Ministry]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parent Night Out is more than childcare, it is a ministry of rest, hospitality, and belonging. Brittany Sky from Building Faith shares how churches can support caregivers, welcome families, and build stronger community through this meaningful outreach ministry. (Photo: Creative Commons)]]></description>
		
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		<title>Stewardship and radical risk-taking</title>
		<link>https://www.stewardshipoflife.org/2026/06/stewardship-and-radical-risk-taking-2/</link>
					<comments>https://www.stewardshipoflife.org/2026/06/stewardship-and-radical-risk-taking-2/#respond</comments>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[The Rev. Sharron R. Blezard]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:48:20 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Blezard, Sharron]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Lectionary Reflections]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Preach]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Year A]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Exodus 19:2-8a]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Matthew 9:35-10:8 (9-23)]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Proper 6 Year A]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Psalm 100]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Romans 5:1-8]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[The Rev. Sharron R. Blezard]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Third Sunday after Pentecost Year A]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[RCL reflection for the Third Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 6), Year A. June 14, 2026. 
Despite our fear or trepidation, Jesus calls us to be bold and faithful stewards. The Rev. Sharron R. Blezard explores.  
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		<title>Worship resources from ReconcilingWorks</title>
		<link>https://www.stewardshipoflife.org/2026/06/worship-resources-from-reconcilingworks/</link>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Reconciling Works]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:43:56 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Teach]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[PRIDE Resources]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[PRIDE Worship Service]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[ReconcilingWorks]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[ReconcilingWorks offers resources to help congregations affirm, support, and advocate for LGBTQIA+ people. Explore worship materials, including the 2026 PRIDE service, devotionals, liturgy, and scripture guides. (Photo: ReconcilingWorks)]]></description>
		
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