Has your giving declined despite your best efforts? Are you frustrated by the inability of your church stewardship leaders to put together a strong annual giving program? The… read more

LONDON (RNS) — Like the widow offering small coins at the Temple in Luke’s Gospel, Christians have long been encouraged to not only pray but also make a financial… read more

Have you observed how church giving has changed over the past decade? Have you noticed the offering plate makes its quick trip through the congregation and comes back mostly… read more

Occasionally when I speak to groups of people within my church or beyond it, the subject of fundraisers comes up. And that’s when I most love the conversation. Because at… read more

I was having a conversation with a friend recently about her family’s giving. For some background she and her husband are in their mid 30s, her husband does well in a… read more

If you want to maximize participation in electronic giving, a seat back (or pew pocket) card is an essential tool for your church. These laminated cards should be double-sided and … read more