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Giving

 

‘Now about the collection for God’s people: ...each one of you should set aside a sum of money in keeping with his income.’

1 Corinthians 16: 1

 

This section of the website describes how members of St Mary’s can give financially. A vital part of belonging to the local church is to give – it is not only biblical, but is a very practical way of demonstrating your commitment and support.

 

Paul writes in 2 Corinthians chapter 8 that “….each man should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion”. Our giving should therefore be a heartfelt response similar to the way we respond to prayer or worship. These words of Paul should encourage us because they positively tell us that our giving should not be out of a sense of guilt for “God loves a cheerful giver”.

 

Giving is about much more than money - time is often a scarcer commodity than cash. For some, the ‘right’ response might be to give more of the former and less of the latter.

 

I would encourage everyone to take some time to thoughtfully and prayerfully consider their giving – thank you to those who have already done so.

 

How you can give:

 

     A regular collection is taken at most Sunday services

     By setting up a Standing Order with your bank

 

By far the easiest and most tax efficient form of giving (and is helpful for our own budget projections) is to set up a Standing Order.

 

If you would like to discuss giving financially to St Mary’s please contact the Treasurer, via the church office.

 

Additional offerings are sometimes raised in the event of a disaster, missionary endeavour or building project. These are taken in addition to regular giving.

 

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