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, visit Embracing Stewardship to see their joint speaking offerings!
“Grace Pomroy is extremely knowledgeable and articulate. She’s a phenomenal presenter, managing to be both personal and professional. She is patient and kind; she listens well; she has great insights; she’s well organized; she has high energy; she moves the program along briskly, yet is never rushed, and takes time to make sure that the participants comprehend what is being said. [It] was the single best financial workshop I’ve ever experienced!”
“Grace Pomroy is an engaging and dynamic public speaker. From the moment she begins speaking, she holds the rapt attention of her audience. She speaks directly from her own experience, which makes what she says more meaningful. When I heard her speak to a group which included people of all ages, from millennials to boomers, each age group found her presentation informative, compelling and meaningful. ”
“Our faith-based foundation had the opportunity to engage Grace Pomroy as a speaker at an annual conference attending by over 300. Her speaking style was upbeat and refreshing, her grasp of the topic of money and financial wellness for individuals and congregations was strong, and her perspective as a Millennial made the presentation one of the highlights of our conference.
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“I could not believe someone that young could build a rapport with a bunch of [people] looking retirement in the eye ... Her confidence and knowledge shines through and gives her credibility. She finds creative ways to use her young experiences as a bridge to relate to a generation old enough to be her parents. This was a very engaged group asking frequent and insightful questions and she never missed a beat. ”
“Grace is a knowledgeable and inspiring facilitator ... She shared the right mix of well-researched statistics with dynamic storytelling to connect with our participants. We feel she is one of the best presenters we’ve had; she has outstanding speaking skills and her passion for stewardship is contagious. Grace is an excellent leader!”
“Grace’s presentations are always first-class. Her content is always excellent and her presentation style is both well-organized and very comfortable. She regularly seeks input from her audience, and hears both their questions, and the “questions behind the questions.””
“Grace brings a breath of fresh air to her perspective about money and its role in our lives. Her presentations are always interesting and full of good information. And…she’s super easy to work with!”
“Looking for a dynamic speaker that keeps your audience thoroughly engaged? If so I would highly recommend Grace Pomroy. She presented to a group of lay and clergy concerning generational and inspirational generosity. The participants’ reviews were excellent. Grace brings a deep understanding of her subject and shares it in an easily understandable way.”
“Grace led a morning workshop on stewardship for leaders in our churches. The participants found her to be energizing and thoughtful. Her presentation was grounded in solid research and gave them lots of practical tips to take home.”