What Is Planned Giving?
Planned giving is when we choose to give regular tithes and offerings. It is a tool to help each of us set a financial goal, with God, for the next 12 months.
We're dedicated to serving our community and city in ways that extend far past our regular Sunday services.
We invite everyone at Devonport Church of Christ to be a part of planned giving – it's planned, prayerful and helps us be consistent givers throughout the year.
Planned Giving Sign Up
Every year gives us a chance to review our personal financial situation and honour God with the first of everything we receive. It also helps us to honour God with intentional and consistent giving.
We ask you to prayerfully plan what your tithes (tithing = minimum 10% of our gross income) and other offerings to Devonport Church of Christ will be over the coming 12 months.
Then, during the month of June/July make a commitment, between yourself and God, to honour that plan throughout the year ahead. Tithing is WHAT we do as a Jesus follower - Planned Giving is HOW we do this.
FAQ'S
Start by praying. Ask God to speak to you about your contribution and then observe His direction. Our obedience may cause us initial sacrifice, however, in time all who give as the Lord directs will see that obedience and sacrifice always result in God’s great provision.
It is as simple as seeking God, committing to and trusting your finances to Him and completing the Planned Giving Response Card, either online or at the Next Steps Desk. It is proven that when we sign our name to something we tend to keep to it more than when the commitment is just a thought or intention.
You will be able to commence/recommence as soon as convenient.
NO. During June/July you will be given the opportunity to sign up online or place your confidential response envelope in the giving box or at the Next Steps desk. Your financial contribution is between you and God and all commitments will be treated with the strictest of confidence.
NO. We believe your commitment is a matter between you and God. You are being asked to pray and ask God what He would have you commit to Him. One of the purposes for Planned Giving is to enable the church to have an indication of expected income to allow for efficient and effective planning for the future.
YES. Just as surely as He helps us in other areas of our life He will help in this. Pray and ask Him for His will in this matter. Prayer, coupled with intelligent faith, should answer your questions. Tithe your first and your best, and trust God to bless the rest.
YES. You may revise your commitment at any time during the 12 months by contacting the church office or emailing finance@devonportcoc.com.au