Stewardship & Mission Support
Resources for developing generous hearts

 

"Stewardship is everything we do after we say I believe.'"

This quote of Clarence Stoughton sets forth the primary basis of our stewardship work here in the Northeastern Iowa Synod. The reality is that once one becomes a disciple of Jesus Christ, stewardship is not an option. 

Our goal is to support and strengthen congregations and leaders in their life of discipleship, which includes stewardship. God’s generosity of grace and mercy invites us into a living response of joyous generosity in all facets our lives. Stewardship is all about relationship - our relationship with God, our relationship with each other.
 

Rev. Nancy Larson
Director for Evangelical Mission

Pastor Larson joined the Northeastern Iowa Synod in 2001. In 2009, Nancy was called by the ELCA to serve as the Director for Evangelical Mission for the ELCA in the Northeastern Iowa Synod. Her areas of responsibility include outreach, evangelism, synodical mission support and stewardship ministry.

Nancy is available for congregational consultations and guest preaching.
 

Contact Nancy:
319-352-1414
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“As each one has received a gift, use it to serve one another as good stewards of God's varied grace.” 
(1 Peter 4:10)
 

2012 Statement of Intent

STEWARDSHIP ARTICLES

Read Rev. Nancy Larson's monthly stewardship articles from the Northeastern Iowa Synod's Star newsletter. Her articles may be downloaded below and reprinted in church newsletters and bulletin inserts.

May 2012
Now the Green Blade Rises
by Pastor Nancy Larson

Does it ever! This year we have experienced a rather unusual winter and spring. One day the lawn was brown and looking quite dead, the fields were dark and seemingly empty, and the trees were barren, devoid of leaves. Almost overnight the world around us was transformed into lush green grass, budding trees, and fields full of activity with the promise of much to come in the weeks and months ahead.

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April 2012 -- More/Enough
March 2012 -- Not Stewardship
February 2012 -- Stewards of the Word
January 2012 -- Behold, I Make All Things New '
December 2011 -- He Came Down
November 2011 -- Random Acts of Grace
October 2011 -- Celebrate God's Presence with Us
September 2011 -- The Language of Gratitude
July-August 2011 -- God Shapes Our Lives by what We Give
June 2011 -- Where Does Corn Come From?
May 2011 -- Basic Principles of Personal Stewardship
April 2011 -- Irresistible Force meets Immovable Object
March 2011 -- We Are Marching in the Light of God
January 2011 -- The Promise of 2011
December 2010 -- Advent Anticipation
November 2010 -- Faith and Thanksgiving
October 2010 -- Let's Talk Tithe!
September 2010 -- Mission Support: Together We Make Mission Happen
July/August 2010 -- Selfless Gifts Reflect God's Own Generosity
June 2010 -- A Giving God Invites Us to be a Responsive People
 

STEWARDSHIP BIBLE STUDIES

The following Bible Studies offer a Bible verse, related message and discussion questions, all themed around stewardship and mission. These resources can be reprinted for use in Bible studies, church council meetings, stewardship committee projects, Stewardship Sunday education, and more.

An Expression of Faith
Prodigal Son/Prodigal Father
A Jesus Encounter
Genuine Love
Faithful Stewards of Abundance
A Matter of Heart
 

These biannual publications feature the ministries of the Northeastern Iowa Synod and how congregations and individuals can support them.
 

Making a Difference.
 

ELCA Stewardship Resources