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By Linda Buskirk
Many faith communities are about to launch annual giving campaigns. Linda Buskirk suggests that thinking of the annual campaign as an invitation rather than an “ask” changes the dynamic and will help more people give.
By Linda Buskirk
Are you wishing for better results for your congregation’s annual stewardship campaigns? Perhaps it’s time to add intentional planning, starting right now, to make your wish come true.
By Jeannette McDonald
It’s that time of year when we are making decisions about how much we give to our church.
By Linda Buskirk
The issue of whether to publicly thank donors, by name, depends on the culture of each faith community.
By Linda Buskirk
We all know it’s coming. Letters are being written, folks are being asked to share their stories from the lectern, pledge cards are being designed. The annual giving campaign will soon be underway.
By Alan Bentrup
A clear vision of God’s mission is the heartbeat of a congregation’s movement as a community.
By Linda Buskirk
It’s Lent – a great time to start constructing your congregation’s annual giving campaign – and, no, not as part of your penance.
By Annette Buchanan
Many churches have just completed their annual Commitment or Stewardship programs where the congregation is asked to recommit to their church giving including their time, treasure and talent.
By Anna Olson
In the pledge-driven madness, let us not forget the other half of good stewardship: faithful and realistic budgeting.
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