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Realm Allows St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church to Stay Connected

Located in Renton, Washington, St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church is nestled in its community. It provides food for the hungry, after-school programs for local children, and ...

Churches Aren’t Immune to Fraud: Why You Need a Financial Oversight Committee

Romans 3:23 (ESV) tells us that “all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.” As believers, we want to see the best ...

How to Encourage Obedience & Maximize Generosity By Diversifying Your Giving Methods

The success of your ministry relies heavily on the generosity of your congregation. Your ability to meet the needs of your community and share the ...

5 Steps to Setting Realistic Goals for Successful Pledge Campaigns

Pledge campaigns are beneficial for everything from increasing regular giving to funding a specific project. They help keep your congregation accountable and engaged, and give ...

It’s Not Just Money: 4 Ways to Be a Good Steward Outside of Finances

When you think of good stewardship in the church, thoughts often turn to money. While finances are a significant part of being an effective steward ...

Using Tech to Make Your Next Pledge Campaign the Best One Yet

Pledge campaigns have been a staple of church giving for decades. Pledge campaigns give your congregation an easy way to contribute financially to your church, ...

Pledge Campaigns 101: 7 Steps to See Success from Start to Finish

Pledge campaigns may look simple at first glance. You’ve got a specific need that requires financial support, so you’re asking your congregation to commit to ...

IRS Rules For Church Donations In 2025

Keeping your church compliant with IRS rules is a legal obligation. But it’s also a matter of stewardship. When donors give faithfully, they trust your ...

Are You Ready to Change Your Software to Enable Ministry

Parish leaders like you are constantly seeking ways to help parishioners grow in faith while also maintaining the operations of the parish. You need the ...

How to Use Testimonials to Maximize Success in Your Pledge Campaigns

Giving is an essential part of the success of your church. Your ministry relies on the generosity of your congregants. Every outreach activity you do, ...

Are You Ready for Fall: 7 Things to Do to Make the Most of the Next Season

Fall is often a season of change. The leaves on the trees change color before falling to make room for new growth. The weather cools ...

Starting Fresh: Using the Fall as a Spiritual Reset for Your Ministry

With the busyness of the summer, many of your members will have spent time away from home and out of their routines. Their habits of ...