The United Methodist Foundation offers these resources to help your church fund its ministry. We would be pleased to discuss financial stewardship with you. Contact us!
See some changed lives in these photos from UMF grantees
Here are some ideas to help your church plan the annual stewardship campaign:
Haven't done a structured program for a while? TryNew Consecration Sunday - This four-week stewardship program builds with weekly testimony and updates to Consecration Sunday which includes an all-church luncheon.
A brand-new resource, Extravagant Generosity includes a devotional guide written by Bishop Robert Schnase and great resources.
Adam Hamilton's Enough stewardship program provides video clips and sermon helps as well as a small group study for 6-10 weeks of holistic stewardship emphasis.
Ten Tips
Here are some Best Stewardship Practices
1.Help people experience God's presence and grace
2.Offer many different opportunities to give
3.Always say thank you
4.Send out regular reports on giving
5.Use stories to tell where the money goes
6.Teach and talk about tithing
7.Offer online giving options
8.Preach about money
9.Regularly offer resources to assist with personal financial management
The Foundation has trained a group of "Guest Leaders to assist local churches with the New Consecration Sunday Stewardship Program. Contact us for more details.
"Funding Your Church's Vision"
Ideas for the Annual Stewardship Campaign