A church in a depressed, Rust Belt town has raised more than $4 million to help people in Sudan. This remarkable project began when the Rev. Mike Slaughter challenged his congregants to turn away from consumer culture and spend their money to help people in need.
A Jesuit priest advises a Protestant minister how to talk about money. We need a culture of giving, transparency, and an invitation to freedom.
How does a pastor even begin a conversation about money without making people feel like the church just wants theirs?
Auburn Theological Seminary
A new report by researchers at Auburn Theological Seminary offers guidance for seminaries trying to raise money in tough times. The data, though derived from theological schools, has implications for nonprofits as well.
In the US, we struggle to convince our church members to give 3%. A Kenyan orphan gave 50%.
It may be common wisdom that congregational leaders should be blind to who gives how much. This is misguided.
Rather than worrying about the next funding source, Christian leaders should focus on understanding how their work fits into the past and future of their institution, writes David L. Odom.
Embracing the spiritual discipline of stewardship in tough times means that Christians must live out what they say they believe.
Grant funding isn’t the answer to all financial woes, but it can provide needed money, particularly for community outreach programs, says author Joy Skjegstad.
What’s the best way to raise money during an economic crisis? Experts say focusing on “faith-raising,” not fundraising, is the key.