Most clergy pride themselves on being biblically literate. We realize that biblical literacy is not a one-shot affair; we continue to dedicate time and energy to scriptural study throughout our careers.
With Labor Day behind us, I hope the summer months brought you opportunities for rest, renewal, and time to recharge. In September, many of us return to the full rhythm of ministry after the slower pace of summer. The days grow shorter, the air turns cooler, and congregations resume their full programs and activities in the fall.
With Labor Day behind us, I hope the summer months brought you opportunities for rest, renewal, and time to recharge. In September, many of us return to the full rhythm of ministry after the slower pace of summer. The days grow shorter, the air turns cooler, and congregations resume their full programs and activities in the fall. With the busy season ahead, this issue of Tomorrow offers practical insights to help you plan, prepare, and move forward with confidence.
For many churches, fall is also the time to make important decisions about clergy compensation for the coming year. In “The Hidden Cost of Getting Clergy Compensation Wrong,” we examine the financial, legal, and tax implications that can arise when clergy compensation is not properly structured. We also explore retirement planning in “Did You Know MMBB Offers a Roth 403(b) Option?”, which highlights the potential benefits of incorporating a Roth 403(b) into your long-term savings strategy.
We continue our focus on financial stewardship with “Investing as a Couple if You Have Different Risk Tolerances,” an article that offers guidance for navigating differing investment perspectives while working toward shared financial goals. In “How to Avoid Vendor Fraud: The Scam Hiding in Plain Sight,” we examine how invoice fraud can threaten both individuals and organizations and share practical steps to reduce risk. Finally, our Financial Fact, “What Is a Reverse Mortgage?”, explains the advantages and disadvantages of this option for generating supplemental retirement income.
As you read this issue, I invite you to reflect on the wisdom found in scripture:
“Let the wise listen and add to their learning, and let the discerning get guidance.”
Proverbs 1:5 (NIV)
As we serve, lead, provide, create, and care for others through our daily callings, let us give thanks for the work God has entrusted to us. Let us look ahead to the season before us, remembering that wisdom is cultivated not only through experience and effort, but also through listening, learning, and seeking God's guidance. May the Lord grant us discernment, clarity, and renewed purpose as we faithfully carry out the work to which we have been called.
In Christ,
Rev. Dr. Perry J. Hopper
MMBB CEO
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