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Navigating the Path to Stewardship Growth (Part 2)
Recommendation #2: Have a Dedicated Stewardship Role The second blog in our Navigating the Path to Stewardship Growth series, which highlights the...
In a world where economic uncertainty and declining church attendance challenge the fabric of faith communities, stewardship and generosity become critical pillars. Vision2 and the Christian Stewardship Network recognized this urgency and embarked on their second annual joint Stewardship Survey. The results, now compiled into a comprehensive report, offer valuable insights for churches navigating these turbulent waters.
This blog series dives into the five key recommendations outlined in the report. Before diving into the first recommendation, we will set the stage with some key insights.
Stewardship and generosity intertwine, yet they diverge in their essence. Beyond mere financial transactions, they encompass broader principles:
To foster a holistic understanding, churches should explore both dimensions. Stewardship encompasses time, talent, and treasure, while generosity delves into matters of the heart. It’s not merely about dollars; it’s about devotion which leads us to the next takeaway.
While generosity may yield short-term boosts in giving, a robust financial discipleship strategy lays the groundwork for sustained, consistent generosity. Healthy growth emerges from nurturing a culture of stewardship. Here’s how:
As churches embrace these principles, they pave the way for vibrant stewardship, ensuring that faith communities flourish even amid challenges.
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Recommendation #2: Have a Dedicated Stewardship Role The second blog in our Navigating the Path to Stewardship Growth series, which highlights the...
As we are conducting the 2024 Annual Stewardship Survey, we have reflected on a number of the statistics from the 2023 report. The following...
Most churches recognize the need for a dedicated stewardship pastor role even if they are unsure what that looks like.