Giving
For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.
- Matthew 6:21
Why we give.
Giving is a vital part of spiritual formation and maturity. Giving is an active expression of our faith. It recognizes God as our True Provider. It affirms our confidence in His ability to supply all we need and is an act of gratitude and dependence. When we trust God in our giving it allows us to partner with God and His work through our church and in the world.
Giving requires the highest standard of personal integrity and discipline. In 2 Corinthians 8:9, the Bible teaches that we are to give willingly, generously and cheerfully. In Malachi 3:10, we learn God’s standard of the tithe or first tenth being set apart in all of our earnings as a gift of God. Through our tithes and offerings, we prove faithful; in the stewardship of all God has provided for us.
Giving requires the highest standard of personal integrity and discipline. In 2 Corinthians 8:9, the Bible teaches that we are to give willingly, generously and cheerfully. In Malachi 3:10, we learn God’s standard of the tithe or first tenth being set apart in all of our earnings as a gift of God. Through our tithes and offerings, we prove faithful; in the stewardship of all God has provided for us.
Giving Q&As
What is Online Giving?
Online giving is a method of giving using an automatic transfer program that allows you to make contributions without writing checks or using cash. It also provides an accurate record of your giving that you can access at any time. We accept Debit Card, Credit Card and ACH transfer
Can I still choose to give with cash or write a check on Sundays?
Yes! These giving options are always available to you. Choose whichever method is most convenient for you.
When is the contribution charged to my checking account or charge card?
Transactions usually take 2-3 business days, so contributions scheduled Friday through Sunday may not show up in your account until early the following week.
Can anyone at the church see my account numbers?
No one at the church has access to your personal financial information. The church receives notification when your online gift is made and what fund it is for, so it can be received and recorded properly.
Can I donate to various funds in the church?
Yes, you can donate to the General Fund, Backpacks for Kids, Christian Education, and other special funds (when listed).
How often will the amount be deducted from my account?
That is up to you. You can make a one-time donation or set up recurring donations.
Are there fees associated with online giving?
For credit/debit cards the church incurs a processing fee of 2.9% of the amount donated plus a 30-cent transaction fee. For ACH donations a fee of 1% of the amount donated plus a 25-cent transaction fee is incurred.
Why do people use credit cards for giving?
Many individuals use credit cards for all expenditures, to help with record keeping or to gain bonus awards. Credit card debt can be a great temptation. We encourage you to be good stewards of your financial resources. By providing the convenience of online giving, we are not encouraging credit card debt.