Why do a Christmas Offering? How much can be raised? Is it possible in a ‘down economy’? What if we don’t meet our goal? What if we exceed our goal? (Wouldn’t that be nice!) What ministries could we partner with? What greater impact could we have as a church? These are just some of the questions that I’ve faced (and had to … Read More
What is a Christmas Offering? (Free Video #2)
If you’ve felt like I’ve become fixated on Christmas over the last couple of weeks (in October)… well, you’re right! I’m passionate about helping your church better resource God’s vision over the next year than ever before by leading an effective Christmas Offering as 2011 comes to a close. That’s why I’ve released my brand new three-hour resource, “How to … Read More
Why YOU Should Do A Christmas Offering (Free Video)
Have you noticed how early the seasons change in stores these days? It’s mid-October and not only is Halloween candy available, but so are all the Thanksgiving decorations. Well, this week I’m encouraging you to think ahead too – about Christmas! No, I haven’t missed a couple of pages in my calendar… Here’s why I want you to think about … Read More
How to Prepare The Most Important Offering of the Year (Free Video)
I have an odd question for you… Are you ready to celebrate Christmas? I know, I know, it’s only October, but now is the time to prepare for the most important offering you’ll collect all year – your Christmas Offering! A Christmas Offering is a special offering given during a set period of time around Christmas that encourages people to give over and above their regular … Read More
How to Save on Clergy Taxes (Free Webinar from Clergy Advantage)
Sermon prep, Sunday follow-up, staff meetings, prayer requests, communication with the congregation, worship planning…. These are just a few of the items on your weekly to-do list that probably keep you from staying up to date on the latest changes in IRS tax laws. And with the complexity of the typical pastor salary package and ministry expenses, it’s no wonder … Read More
How One Pastor Is Seeing 20% Increased Giving (plus a Free Audio Sermon)
One of the best parts of having coached over 1,200 Senior Pastors over the years is that many of them keep in touch. That means that from time to time I get emails from pastors all over the country sharing how God is at work in their churches, lives are being changed, and the Kingdom is expanding! Recently I got … Read More
Should a Pastor Know Who Gives What?
If your familiar with my book Maximize, and my other Stewardship Resources, you know I believe that a pastor should know who is giving financially to the church. In fact, sometimes the thinking on this issue is skewed by an improper theology of stewardship. When you understand that Stewardship is Discipleship (where your treasure is, there your heart will be … Read More
Financial Fitness Webinar – Register Today and Save $20.00!
Wanted to put a date on your radar screen today and give you the chance to Save $20.00 on an upcoming church finance webinar. You’re invited to Register Now for the “Improve the Financial Fitness of Your Church” Webinar – taking place on Tuesday, May 10th from 2:00 – 3:15pm (Eastern). If you register before THIS FRIDAY, April 29 – … Read More
The Generosity Ladder – Great Video Message and A Great Opportunity
I wanted to take a moment today to say THANK YOU to all of you who have invested in my new book The Generosity Ladder: Your Next Step to Financial Peace. I just received word that it’s already sold over 36,000 copies – unbelievable! This book is a great tool for you to use to help educate your people on … Read More
How One Church Smashed Their Christmas Offering Goal (and you can too)
As the seasons change, we all have a tendency to move on without pausing for a moment to celebrate what God has been up to. Back in October, I led a series of webinars and gave away my free e-book about Planning and Conducting a Christmas Offering, and I’ve gotten lots of great stories of how God has blessed many … Read More