Generosity

Grant Support Unexpected or ongoing medical expenses can be costly.  Challenging to tackle.  Overwhelming.  Unlike other bills—mortgages, car payments, utilities, etc.—they are profoundly personal. They are reminders of the vulnerabilities and limitations of our corporal selves and those we love.  Some pastors and deacons and their households face unforeseen or ongoing medical expenses that may […]

The Southwestern Minnesota Synod Endowment Fund wants to partner with you in supporting the mission of the Church in your local community in 2024-2025.   The Endowment Fund Committee is looking for project proposals in the following areas:   Community Outreach  Youth Activities  Special Mission Projects   Addressing Community Food Insecurity  These grants are intended for new initiatives

Generosity: Honest realities and exciting possibilities The onset of the pandemic led to a surge in generosity in the United States. That surge has now abated a bit. When coupled with inflation, many congregations feel the pinch. It can be easy to assume that these declines in giving will define the future. Yet congregations have

Your partner for increased funding through legacy giving and endowments.    Would an unexpected gift of $200,000 make an impact on your ministry? How about a gift of over $1 million? Would it help if you had an inexhaustible source of ministry funding that simply injected thousands or tens of thousands of dollars into your

+Rev. Pete Reuss, GSB Consultant Thank you. Two simple words have amazing power. How does your congregation thank people? At the heart, congregations are voluntary organizations. Every week people take time to come and join in worship. They step forward in a wide range of volunteer roles, from mowing the lawn to reading lessons to

Longing for peace, our world is troubled. Longing for hope, many despair. Your word alone has pow’r to save us. Make us your living voice. Christ, be our light! Shine in our hearts. Shine through the darkness. Christ, be our light! Shine in your church gathered today. -ELW 715 As we near the end of

Need help or support with your fall stewardship campaign? Our partners at GSB Fundraising provide an excellent program called Building a Culture of Generosity. Participating congregations will receive: An easily implemented program designed to stimulate generosity Professionally designed, adaptable materials Letter templates for the stewardship drive Six virtual, live training events with a GSB Consultant

“You have generously supported our congregation for decades. You appreciate the way that we share God’s love in the community. I invite you to prayerfully consider your congregation as you make your estate plans.” A simple yet profound question that Pastor Chris asked Pat and Shannon over a cookie and some coffee. Shannon queried, “But