Over the last few months I have tried to introduce readers of this blog to some of the best stewardship resources from the ELCA. But once in a while a […]
Generosity
Try a Tithe Sunday
On Try a Tithe Sunday the Stewardship committee is simply asking the congregation to give a tithe for that week and test if it is plausible for them. Better yet to try […]
Thanking Six Times
In my opinion, as Lutherans we are much too shy about asking people for money. But if there is one thing we are worse at it is thanking people for […]
In Person Asking for Contributions
In these days the pastor is often expected to act like a college development officer, establishing and maintaining relationships with large donors and asking them to consider significant gifts. This task may also […]
The Difference & Relationship between Mission Support and Designated Gifts
If someone gifts you a gift certificate to go out to dinner, that’s wonderful you get a free meal! But, you know that in order to redeem that gift certificate […]
Writing a Personal & Congregational Money Autobiography
A 13 question survey allows the participant to write their own personal money autobiography expressing how their relationship to money has changed over the years, how their faith guides their […]