Annual Stewardship

Advice for parishes

 

If you have been asked to lead or join the Stewardship Committee in your church, and will be asking people to make an annual pledge or gift, you will find some basic information below to get started. Annual stewardship can be challenging, but very satisfying as you help support the ministries and people in your parish. Please contact the Diocesan Stewardship Officer, the Rev. Richard Sloan, by email or 212-316-7427.



What makes people into more generous members of our communities?

  • Church attendance and volunteering
  • People committed to the central teachings the church
  • Greater emphasis on helping others
  • Involvement in the parish
  • Marital status - especially if spouse attends
  • Financial accountability - a feeling of sufficient information
  • Enthusiasm for local programs
  • Those who plan their gifts (percentage or annual dollar amount)

What do Churches with Successful Stewardship Programs look like?
  • Participatory leadership
  • Sense of moving forward
  • Feeling of lay ownership
  • Strong trust in leaders (clergy and lay)
  • Full array of programs appealing to all members

Email the Rev. Richard Sloan or call 212-316-7427

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