Talking money is simply an unpopular topic for ministries. However, it requires a diligent approach to managing finances to sustain a vibrant church.
Churches elect or assign members to serve on a Finance Committee.
This team of people is responsible for the management and responsible stewardship of church financial resources.
This crucial committee can have a significant influence on the sustained financial health and growth of church assets. Read the Full Article →
Easter has come and gone, flowers are beginning to bloom and spring is finally here – which means that summer is just around the corner.
As the snow begins to melt, and the tulips start to show off their spring colors, your team should be well on its way to planning your summer vacation Bible school.
Planning church events can be fun and stress free as long as there is detailed planning and lots of hands to help. Read the Full Article →
Church financial accountability leads to credibility. Churches have many of the same challenges as managing a business and requires a lot of the same business processes to be successful.
Church leaders pursue their call to lead a congregation and may have lots of training in theology and biblical principles.
However, many may not have basic business training that is required when you manage the valuable resources that God provides – people, time and money. Read the Full Article →
God blesses churches with tithing members to provide the resources to do the work of the ministry. Being Good stewards of those resources is a significant responsibility – that should not be taken lightly.
Churches use operating budgets to plan and control spending.
Consequently, creating a budgeting process can help to ensure that dollars are allocated to those things that help fulfill the church mission and vision. Read the Full Article →
God blesses churches with many resources – people, time and money – and He expects us to be good stewards with what He provides.
Members tithe on their income to support the operation of the ministry, making it even more important to be good stewards and manage financial resources responsibly.
So what is the definition of stewardship? According to dictionary.com, Stewardship is, “the responsible overseeing and protection of something considered worth caring for and preserving“. Read the Full Article →
