Keynotes, Webinars, and Workshops
Featured topic: Funding Forward
Congregations across the country are realizing that the “Sunday morning offering” may not be enough to sustain their mission. Congregations and faith-based nonprofits are finding new, more economically sustainable models for ministry arising organically from God’s mission for their organization. These models include specific tools like repurposing church property, social enterprise, impact investing, grants, and more. How might God be calling your congregation to use alternative income sources to fulfill its mission in new ways?
What is stewardship?
For many people of faith the word “stewardship” has a negative connotation — it's only brought up when the church is begging for money. Grace helps people rediscover what stewardship actually means using the lens of the “Good Samaritan” story. Whether you are new to stewardship ministry or you’re a committee veteran, you’ll appreciate this refreshing and life-giving take.
Reimagining the Offering
For decades the offering has been centered around “passing the plate.” While this practice is incredibly meaningful for many, for others who don’t carry cash or checks it can often leave them feeling left out. Let’s take a closer look at the history of the offering, the meaning behind this practice, and how we might make it more inclusive of all of the gifts God calls us to steward, not just money.
stewardship with adults under 45: possibilities abound
Is your congregation overlooking the generosity potential of its younger members? After taking a closer look at generational characteristics and giving patterns across all living American generations, Grace will help you gain a better understanding of how you might engage the Millennials and Gen Z members in your congregation.
Grace also speaks with Rev. Chick Lane, see their joint speaking offerings below.
What’s Old, What’s New, What’s Right for You
Not everything from the past should be thrown out. Many new ideas are good ideas. How can your congregation’s stewardship ministry retain worthwhile practices from the past, incorporate today’s good ideas, and do this in a way that fits your situation?
Generations & Stewardship
Boomers and Millennials don’t often think the same way about church and about giving. If your congregation is engaged in “one size fits all” stewardship, you are probably missing both groups. What are the differences, and how can you minister more effectively to everyone in your congregation?
Interested in hiring Chick Lane for an event? Please reach out to him directly at charleslane611@gmail.com.