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An Introduction to "Faithful Generosity: From Saving to Serving"
Welcome to my year-long blog series, “Faithful Generosity: From Saving to Serving.” By now you’ve probably gotten word that I will be retiring at the end of August 2027. When discussing with God what my primary focuses should be for my final year as your Executive Minister and, indeed, my final year in professional ministry, it became clear that one is that I am to speak into church financial management in a way I have not yet. I have experienced many budgets, many financial

Rev. Dr. Sandra L. DeMott Hasenauer
6 days ago2 min read


Guide for Responding to Sexual Harassment or Abuse in Congregations
Newly uploaded to our website: "A Guide for Responding to Congregational Sexual Harassment and Abuse," produced by the Mennonite Church...

Rev. Dr. Sandra L. DeMott Hasenauer
May 14, 20242 min read


Adapting to the New Normal: 10 Recommendations for Christian Leaders and Congregations Post-COVID
Professor Eileen R. Campbell-Reed has released a summary of her findings based on a three-year long research project she undertook...

Rev. Dr. Sandra L. DeMott Hasenauer
Jan 16, 20242 min read
Upcoming Webinar on Pastoral Relations Committees
I often get questions from churches, search committees, and pastors about pastoral relations committees. "Why do we need one?" "How is...

Rev. Dr. Sandra L. DeMott Hasenauer
Oct 27, 20231 min read
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