Category Archives: Stewardship

                Stewardship is about making choices, as individuals and in community. It is more than giving money to the church. Stewardship is about being faithful disciples, caring for and managing all that God …read more

More than just the “Ask” The annual campaign season is quickly approaching. Hopefully the stewardship team’s work is in full swing and the big “ask” will happen soon. As church goers we have grown use to the Annual Stewardship Campaign …read more

Types of Financial Stewardship Campaigns There are many different types of Financial Campaigns and each has strengths and  limitations. The Stewardship team or committee should review each type and chose  the one that best fits their situation. The following list …read more

Year Round Stewardship The Annual Campaign Stewardship is not a once-a-year church program or event. Christian Stewardship is a year-round focus on God’s gifts and our response to those gracious gifts. Each edition of Stewardship is Discipleship will feature different …read more

As long as I can remember there has been a One Great Hour of Sharing Offering. The special bank was distributed to our Sunday School Class each year for our coins and gifts.  The OGHS offering is celebrating 62 years …read more

Grant Writing for Congregations Quick Tips Writing a grant proposal doesn’t have to be difficult if you do your homework. Here are some suggestions gleaned from my own and others grant writing efforts.  Spend time in discernment and prayer as …read more

Stewardship Education Education of the congregation is the beginning of a healthy journey of Christian Stewardship.  Here are several ideas and suggestions for Stewardship Education:  Engage the session and other church leader in Dwelling in the Word or discussions around scripture …read more