In the November 12 issue, LinC takes a look at the recent school shootings, which have prompted some people to raise the issue of gun control. How do we balance our rights to self-defense and protection with the need to keep weapons out of the wrong hands? What does God think about guns? Key Scriptures: Exodus 20:13; Leviticus 24:19-20; Matthew 5:38-48; Luke 22:35-38; Jeremiah 29:7; Zechariah 8:1-6. In the November 19 issue, LinC takes a look at stewardship. This time of year, many charitable organizations ask for donations, and congregations ask members to pledge money for the next twelve months. Christians are called to be generous, but how do we make decisions about who gets our money and why?