I am so excited - I can't believe that I just won a free 8-day, 7-night Caribbean cruise on Carnival Cruise Line. That's my kind of a free pastor vacation! … [Read more...] about I Won a Free Carnival Cruise!
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How I Saved $1,100 on Car Repairs, Part 2: Dude, Where’s My Van
Last time, I shared that I just saved $1,100 on car repairs for my van - a Chevy Venture - which had a broken thermostat and a blown head gasket. Unfortunately, my van got stolen in the process! … [Read more...] about How I Saved $1,100 on Car Repairs, Part 2: Dude, Where’s My Van
How I Saved $1,100 on Car Repairs, Part 1: I Blew a Gasket
This week, I saved $1,100 on car repairs for our van - a 2000 Chevy Venture. How in the world did we save that kind of money to repair a cracked head gasket? You wouldn't believe me if I told you. I barely believe it myself. … [Read more...] about How I Saved $1,100 on Car Repairs, Part 1: I Blew a Gasket
Costco Travel Review: I Saved 10% on a Rental Car through Costco
I'm embarrassed to say that I've been a member of Costco for several years and have never used the Costco travel services until today. I just booked a premium SUV rental car and saved 10% over the cheapest rate available anywhere else. Su-weet! If you're a regular here at Money Wise Pastor, you know I travel. A lot. In fact, last year I was on the road about 100 nights, … [Read more...] about Costco Travel Review: I Saved 10% on a Rental Car through Costco
How to Put the “Fun” in Funeral Planning so it’s not so Expensive or Overwhelming
As a pastor who has officiated dozens of funeral services, I know how expensive and overwhelming funerals can be. Funerals don't have to break the bank, or overwhelm those you leave behind, if you do a little thinking and planning right now. … [Read more...] about How to Put the “Fun” in Funeral Planning so it’s not so Expensive or Overwhelming