Managing a church today is arguably more complicated, faced with more challenges, and competing priorities, than any time in recent history. Understanding all aspects of church operations can be staggering.
Budgeting and church finance can become a particularly overwhelming concept because of the variety of language, terms, and outcomes. Before we go any further, let’s make it clear: the Church is not a business. But we do have a stewardship responsibility to use our resources effectively to carry out God’s work on earth. Frequently this responsibility requires us to employ sound business management techniques, including those concerned with budgeting and other aspects of church finance.
Mid-Atlantic Cooperative Baptist Fellowship Retreat – March 20, 2017 – 10:00am – 3:00pm
Join us on March 30, 2017 for a day of retreat to dialogue about methods and strategies that we can deploy to meet all aspects of our personal and pastoral financial priorities and goals. To sign up, contact me at mjcastrilli@gmail.com.
One might immediately think our time together on church finance is focused on “money.” But this is not a day about money. Rather it is a time for learning how to connect resources to achieve church mission, vision, and goals. All of the principles, methods, tools, and tips are centered on faith. Budget and financial management without prayer and discernment would be like building a ship and then realizing there is no rudder to steer, no engine for power, and no water to sail. Join us as we continue our journey connecting mission, vision, and our pastoral goals.
Artwork by Br. Mickey McGrath, OSFS