From around the country reports are coming in that many churches are beginning to experience a decline in giving.
Dr. Brian Kluth, bestselling generosity author and church giving expert, has produced a 4 minute YouTube video (http://www.youtube.com/
Here are four things churches can do to increase giving:
1 – DOWNLOAD A FREE COPY OF THE "50 BEST CHURCH PRACTICES AND 80 BEST WEBSITES TO INCREASE GIVING"
This free downloadable resource provides church pastors and committees inside information from leading churches around the country on how they have discovered how to inspire generosity, instruct people in Biblical financial principles, and increase giving. This FREE eBook also provides the BEST 80 WEBSITES and a 12 month planning worksheet to implement the best ideas.
GO TO: http://www.kluth.org/
2 - ORDER DOWNLOADABLE GENEROSITY RESOURCES
Over 2000 churches have ordered http://www.MAXIMUMgenerosity.org downloadable resources to help them instruct their congregation in the Biblical principles of generous and faithful giving. In today's high tech world, churches can instantly access downloadable resources that they can immediately begin to use. Powerpoint Offertory slides, generosity pamphlets, leader planning materials, sermon helps, financial cartoons, articles, and much more is available online at http://www.MAXIMUMgenerosity.org
3 - GIVE A COPY OF THE 40 DAY GENEROUS LIFE BIBLE DEVOTIONAL TO EVERY FAMILY IN YOUR CONGREGATION
Hundreds of churches around the country have ordered this bestselling Bible devotional for every family in their congregation. Some churches have reported giving increases of 10% to nearly 60% in the months following the distribution of this booklet. Discounted copies can be ordered at http://www.GenerousLife.info to see a FREE preview of the 40 Day Generosity Devotional
4 – OFFER ELECTRONIC AND ONLINE GIVING AS ONE OF THE WAYS YOU ALLOW YOUR PEOPLE TO GIVE
Try to ask most 25 year old to write a check to your church and they can't. It's not that they don't want to, but they don't use checks. There financial world is handled by online banking and debit cards. Even among people in their 40's-60's, they are handling their financial transactions online or electronically. More and more churches and ministries are providing people in their congregation to give electronically or online. Dr. Kluth's church uses Vanco Services in Minneapolis as their provider for this service. Vanco Services provides electronic giving options for thousands of churches and non-profits across American.
While the news media will continue to report bad news about the economy and giving to churches, there is no need to panic. There are proven solutions available to help pastors and church leaders help feed their flock and steer their people through the tough times ahead.
Kluth says, “People today need the insights and answers ONLY the Bible can give them when it comes to managing their finances and living generously. Churches are in the ideal position to make a positive difference in people’s lives during these times.”
ABOUT THE WRITER: DR. BRIAN KLUTH is a pastor, bestselling generosity author, and speaker. He has been interviewed by CBN, NBC, magazines, newspapers, and is a regular talk show guest on numerous radio shows nationwide on giving, generosity, and philanthropy issues.
In 2009, he will be launching the nationwide www.GiveWithJoy.org radio and online campaign to inspire greater generosity and increased giving across America.
Kluth’s websites are:
http://www.MAXIMUMgenerosity.org
http://www.GenerousLife.info
http://www.MyFamilyOrganizer.org
http://www.GiveWithJoy.org
Contact information:
MAXIMUM Generosity was founded by Dr. Brian Kluth to provide resources, speaking, and media interviews that inspire greater generosity and increase giving. Kluth is a pastor, bestselling author, speaker, and a leading media authority on philanthropy. He is also the radio host for the nationwide http://www.GiveWithJoy.org media and online campaign to inspire greater generosity and increase giving.
Dr. Brian Kluth
Bestselling Author, Speaker, Media Commentator
MAXIMUM Generosity
Colorado Springs, CO
Phone : 719-930-4000
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Dr. Brian Kluth
Bestselling Author, Speaker, Media Commentator
MAXIMUM Generosity
Colorado Springs, CO
Phone : 719-930-4000
