Thursday Oct 10, 2024
Episode 76: Stewardship in Action: How to Create a Culture of Generosity in Your Parish
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Resources:
Church Money, by Fr. Michael White & Tom Corcoran - https://a.co/d/e7Vq7RV
Finance & Stewardship Equip Course: https://www.rebuiltparish.com/finance-equip-course
Rebuilt Conference: https://www.rebuiltparish.com/conference25
Summary
In this conversation, Tom and Melissa discuss the critical importance of parish finances and stewardship for both parish leaders and parishioners. They explore the journey of creating a culture of generosity at Nativity, emphasizing the need for effective communication about financial matters, building trust, and making impactful asks.
The discussion highlights practical strategies for fostering a generous mindset within the parish community and the significance of transparency in financial dealings. Tom shares insights from his experiences and offers resources for parish leaders to enhance their stewardship efforts.
Takeaways
- Money is crucial to funding the vision and mission.
- Generosity is a key value in discipleship.
- Effective communication about finances is essential.
- Building trust requires transparency in financial practices.
- People give to vision, not need.
- Creating a culture of generosity starts with leadership.
- Thanking donors fosters a positive giving environment.
- Regularly share stories of impact to encourage giving.
- Limit the number of financial asks to avoid donor fatigue.
- Resources and courses can help enhance stewardship efforts.
Chapters
00:00 - The Importance of Parish Finances
02:47 - Understanding Parish Finances at Nativity
06:13 - Creating a Culture of Generosity
09:01 - Mindset Shift in Parish Finances
11:48 - Effective Communication about Money
14:47 - Building Trust and Transparency
17:59 - Making the Big Ask
21:04 - Resources for Parish Leaders
Keywords
parish finance, stewardship, generosity, church leadership, financial transparency, parish growth, community impact, church mission, fundraising, discipleship
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