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While FCC and the
Disciples of Christ denomination do not require tithing, we encourage all to
search their hearts and the scriptures on their journey with God. “Striving
for the Tithe” is a genuine recognition that everything on earth and in
heaven belongs to God, and He has been extremely generous with us. In
recognition of our Lord’s generosity, the FCC congregation budget has
included a “tithe to outreach” for decades – 10% of all revenues collected
by the congregation are set aside for outreach and mission activities
outside of our local church.
Specific
responsibilities of the Stewardship Development Ministry include:
Maintain a year-round
stewardship program that effectively recognizes the diverse nature of our
parishioners.
Provide formal
opportunities every month for teaching the congregation about stewardship in
its broadest sense.
Develop resources for all
aspects of stewardship.
Ensure that all new
members are made aware of the stewardship practices of FCC and are given
opportunities to participate.
Create thoughtful,
consistent campaigns for annual giving, memorials, and capital needs as they
arise.
Monitor the level of
giving of the congregation as a whole and making those results known to all
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