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In this episode we dive into JJNMA - what?    We find out about a pilot program for a new missional project in the Episcopal Church in Connecticut to help parishes and individuals deepen their spiritual life and raise financial resources for engaging God's mission.   With us today are the Rt. Rev. Ian T. Douglas, bishop diocesan of the Episcopal Church in Connecticut (ECCT) and Tiffany Reed, Assistant Vice President at CCS Fundraising, a strategic fundraising firm that partners with nonprofits for transformational change. (more bio below)   We started by exploring where the idea came from and whether joining the spiritual component with the fundraising component is new or unique, and how it particularly makes sense for Connecticut at this time. The bishop took us through some of the past history in ECCT, with its "Living Local Joining God (LLJG)" initiative for parishes, and some of the related resolutions that led to working with CCS.    He also talked about what it means to "Join Jesus" and what the "New Missional Age" is all about.   Tiffany then helped us look at what this looks like on the practical level, which includes reaching out to parishes, and how CCS works with clergy and lay leaders to help develop a culture of generosity. We talked about what parishes might want to raise new money for, and what fundraising for ECCT and Region initiatives might include.    We ended with each of them sharing how this work is a spiritual practice!   If you're interested in learning more, you can contact Tiffany Reed, Consultant to Joining Jesus in a New Missional Age, at treed@episcopalct.oro   About our new guest:  Tiffany Reed, Assistant Vice President at CCS Fundraising, a strategic fundraising firm that partners with nonprofits for transformational change. At CCS, Tiffany provides operational and strategic support to a team of 15 directors and works with client partners, planning and implementing programs that achieve fundraising goals and mission impact. Her work focuses on feasibility studies, assessments, and comprehensive campaign efforts. Prior to joining CCS, Tiffany spent ten years in the education sector as a teacher, administrator, and nonprofit program manager. She is a graduate of Bryn Mawr College, where she earned an A.B. in Political Science and Mathematics.