A typical diverse congregation claims people of all financial abilities and social backgrounds — all of whom are at different places in their faith journey. As a result, a one-size-fits-all approach to stewardship just won’t work. The Episcopal Church Foundation has a better idea. (Photo: Creative Commons)
Every year the Episcopal Diocese of Washington, DC, offers an annual giving toolkit to guide their congregations’ efforts. This year’s is built around the theme ‘Christ before us.” It’s chock full of good ideas for any church. (Photo: Pexels)
A commitment campaign or stewardship drive can be so much more than a money generator. It can also be a time for spiritual reflection, mission education, teaching stewardship, and fostering shared purpose. The Lewis Center for Church Leadership explores.
A well-executed stewardship campaign can be a time not only for financial matters but also spiritual reflection, mission education, teaching the theology of stewardship, and fostering a sense of shared purpose. The Lewis Center for Church Leadership offers tips. (Photo: Creative Commons)
Vacations, weekend getaways, sports events and nature outings – there lots of reasons people attend church less. But reduced attendance doesn’t have to mean reduced income. UM Foundation of Louisiana offers tips. (Photo: Creative Commons)
What was a church going to do with a $500,000 windfall? Well, it tithed the amount to congregants, giving everyone $242 to put toward helping others. It sparked an outpouring of generosity. Faithward.org explains. (Photo: Creative Commons)
The relationship between a church and its donors is sacred. When nurtured, this relationship flourishes, but some pitfalls can alienate those who contribute to your cause. The UMC’s Ken Sloane lists common blunders. (Photo: Bark, Creative Commons)
The principle is simple: Help people learn why and how they should give, and your congregation will likely get the resources it needs for mission. This article from Crosswalk.com gives you some great advice. (Photo: Timur Weber, via Pexels)
Research suggests most people would rather give to their churches electronically than the traditional cash or check offering. Wise churches offer a variety of e-giving possibilities. BuildingFaith at Virginia Theological Seminary explores.
If your church’s giving is stagnant, it may be because your approaches are stagnant, too. Time to shake things up but don’t know how? This article from Outreach magazine suggests 10 creative ways to increase giving. (Photo: Creative Commons)
