Generosity and Giving
What Financial Leadership Looks Like Now (And What Church Leaders Actually Need)
A few weeks ago, I sat across from a church leader who admitted he hadn’t opened his financial dashboard in over a month. It wasn’t because he didn’t care. It was because he didn’t trust it. “I’ve got the numbers,”…
5 Powerful Questions to Ask When Creating a Church Budget
Taking Money from Maintenance to Ministry Money talk in church? It’s enough to make the boldest pastor break a sweat. Too often, budgeting feels like a necessary evil—just a way to keep the lights on and the doors open. Many…
Donor Transparency: Should Pastors Know Who Tithes?
Should pastors know who gives to their church? It’s a question that never fails to bring out strong opinions, no matter which side you land on. And I get it—this is a weighty decision for any church: We’ve wrestled with…
Looking for Fundraising Ideas for a Church Building? Read This First
Let’s say it together: raising funds for bigger church initiatives can be scary. You’re probably here because you’re scouring the internet looking for perfect fundraising ideas for a church building, project, or expanding a ministry, right? Maybe you’ve invested time…
Church Giving Statistics for 2025: Who’s Giving, When, and How Much?
As a leader, one of the toughest challenges you face is raising money. It’s easy to feel like things are harder than ever, but church-giving statistics might prove otherwise. Let’s start here. Did you know that charitable giving approached the…
The Best End of Year Giving Campaign for Churches
Let me ask you a question. Do you think differently about how your church gives at the end of the year? If you don’t, you should. The hard truth is that most pastors just hope for better offerings when people…
The Ultimate Church Tithing Guide
Is the staff at your church tithing? Is the rest of your congregation tithing? And is that something you should even be worried about?! Many church leaders would love to get an answer to those questions, especially given that most…
5 Ways to Abolish A Scarcity Mindset At Your Church
Everywhere I go, I run into pastors who complain about not having enough money. They can’t afford to go to a conference, take a course, or host an event. Many don’t even have a book allowance. For every pastor who…
7 Pitfalls to Avoid In Your Next Church Capital Campaign (And 3 Keys to Success)
Let’s face it. Capital campaigns are difficult. No pastor I’ve ever met looks forward to them (myself included). You’re probably here because you’re planning a massive fundraising campaign and looking for help… and possibly feeling a little in over your…
How Bad Times for the Economy Can Be Good Times for Churches
So, chances are the economic news has you wondering what the future holds for your church. It seems that the default for many church leaders is to freeze, grow cautious, and worry that things are going to get really tight…