Especially in chaotic times, it's helpful to revisit the Oath for Compassionate Helpers. ow.ly/5ogy50AzoRE

You aren't interested in doing busy work. You want to do meaningful work. We're here to make sure you have the tools to do it. Take a look at our library of courses to equip you and your team for times like these. ow.ly/CQJw50AJJ8d

We want to give you tools and strategies that work. It's one of the reasons we've compiled a vault of our work that you can access online. Check it out: ow.ly/w8da50AzoU0

We all need to get into more "good trouble." At the Lupton Center, we're working to do that every day. This article details what good trouble looks like by honoring the life of the late and much-missed John Lewis. theatlantic.com/photo/2020/07/…

Let's aim for justice and equity in our work. Quote by @DrDLStewart

At the end of the day, that's what our materials equip you to do as a Community Developer. Our tools are available digitally. Check them out at: bit.ly/LuptonCenter-C…

We all have a lot to learn about how to weave anti-racism into daily community development work. At the end of this month, we're offering a Masterclass to dive into this topic. Consider becoming a member to gain FULL access to our resources. ow.ly/wvEm50AWr4u

"'Engage the conversation' means something much more literal than just having a conversation." - @ee_shawnduncan

The difficult truth is that our programs are ineffective because of what we are teaching in church, not in spite of it.

"Now I can articulate a path forward for myself and my church, as well as the people we serve. I didn't have that before." - Lupton Center Client & Benevolence Ministry Leader Your heart is already in it, your tool belt is already on. Let's fill that tool belt.

"We spend so much on preventable issues because we think of poverty as a lack of resources. If we invest in places, we will radically and more efficiently eliminate the sources of unhealth in communities." - @ee_shawnduncan

Budgets are values statements. How is your organization directing resources to create flourishing?

It's the first day of September! Normally, we would be waist-deep into planning our fall open house. Actually - we still are! This year, we're inviting you to join our virtual Open House. You'll get a tour of our neighborhood and see our principles. bit.ly/luptonmember

We are all pushing through the fog of fatigue right now. Donell Q. Woodson shares insights on how he's pressing through. fcsministries.org/blog/2020/8/19…

Let's all agree that a huge proportion of inequality we see today has to do with the structures we inhabit. Once we agree that we see the symptoms of structures, we can move forward to create new ones where people can thrive.

To change the results your development work is getting, you may need to change your priorities.

This fall’s Open House will be available in the Lupton Center School on September 28. This year Open House is virtual! You will be able to listen to all our speakers and tour our neighborhood from your home or office. Check it out! ow.ly/5e5650Briio

Enjoy wisdom like this and more in our short course, Life of Dignity. fcsministries.acemlnb.com/lt.php?s=36094…

Theodore Parker in 1853: "I do not pretend to understand the moral universe. The arc is a long one... I cannot calculate the curve and complete the figure by experience of sight. I can divine it by conscience. And from what I see I am sure it bends toward justice."

Open House is coming on Monday, September 28! Visit ow.ly/ASub50By0JS to join us