Budgets

Get the insights, updates, and how-to information you need to wisely manage your church’s money. Topics include debt, spending, stewardship, proposals, reports, and performance measurements.

Beating Financial Ups and Downs: Analyzing Church Giving Trends

Discover how analyzing church giving trends with monthly reports and year-to-year comparisons can enhance financial planning and stabilize your church’s budget.

Vonna Laue

10 Principles for Growing Generous Givers in Your Church

Learn 10 principles to grow generosity in your church, emphasizing discipleship, trust, and the power of prayer for impactful stewardship.

Jay Pankratz

A Church Leader’s Guide to Socially Responsible Investing

Church leaders often face challenges in socially responsible investing. Learn how to define ethical priorities, assess investment funds, and ensure strong financial returns while staying true to your church's values.

Ann C. Logue

Before Your Church Hires a Maintenance Contractor

Churches often rely on outside contractors for landscaping, repairs, and maintenance. Discover essential tips for hiring qualified professionals, avoiding conflicts of interest, and ensuring responsible stewardship of church resources.

Lee A. Dean

Empowering Generosity: Communicating Financial Needs in Churches with Positivity and Faith

Learn how churches can effectively communicate financial needs without fostering frustration or desperation. By focusing on God's abundant provision, clear goals, and positive messages, leaders can inspire spiritual growth and generosity within their congregation.

John R. Throop

Maximizing Church Purchases: The Value of Lifecycle Cost Analysis

Learn how Crossroads Christian Fellowship and other churches optimize purchases by focusing on lifecycle cost analysis. From flooring to heat pumps, discover practical strategies for ensuring value, stewardship, and long-term savings.

Jim Romeo