37: Patience

02/12/24 • 4 min

"...For with wisdom cometh patience, And with patience cometh rest..."
This week, I am reading the poem The Hardest Time of All, by Sarah Doudney. Written in 1896.
Reflection Questions:
Will you reflect on your current fundraising or mission challenges and consider where perseverance, patience, wisdom, and rest can enter in?
Will you take the time to document those challenges and then schedule an email to send that reflection to yourself in a year?
To read: The Hardest Time of All

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To explore fundraising coaching deeper and to schedule an exploratory session, visit ServingNonprofits.com.
Music credit: Woeisuhmebop

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36: Pride and Joy

"...She's somebody's mother, boys, you know,
For all she's aged and poor and slow.
"And I hope some fellow will lend a hand
To help my mother, you understand,..."
This week, I am reading the poem Somebody’s Mother by Mary Dow Brine. Written in 1878.
Reflection questions:

In thinking of your work, what is your somebody’s fill-in-the-blank?
What brings you pride and joy in your work this week?

To read: Somebody's Mother
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38: May I Be

"...May I be a guard for those who have no protector,
A guide for those who journey on the road.
For those who wish to go across the water,
May I be a boat, a raft, a bridge..."
This week, I am reading a reflection from Shantideva from the 8th century AD.
Reflection Questions:

Which metaphor most resonates with your work?
Consider asking a donor which metaphor resonates with them about your work.

To read: Shantideva Bodhisattva
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Reflections on Generosity - 37: Patience

Transcript

Welcome back. This podcast explores the wisdom of generosity, from ancient to modern, and the beautiful space where generosity occurs.
I’m sure you have heard this refrain. “Wow! You work for a nonprofit. That must feel so good to make a difference every day.” Yet, for most of us, our work is measured in small, sometimes minuscule, changes through daily perseverance. It takes patience. Whatever your faith tradition, let’s take a moment to reflect on patience as it works itself out i