Let’s face it—there’s no shortage of features when it comes to church apps. In fact, some companies offer so many features it can be downright overwhelming. Don’t let this discourage you or make you think that adding a church app to your ministry is going to be more trouble than it’s worth.
If your church recently switched online giving platforms (or you’re considering it), retaining donors will be at the front of your mind. You don’t want to lose a single giver as you transition from the old platform to the new one. Even though donor retention is a concern for churches, they also know that a better online giving solution is essential for growth and more impactful in the long run.
Healthy churches come in all sizes and styles. They’re unique from each other based on location, their building’s architecture, and the people that attend and lead services. But, between the differences, there are a few habits that all healthy churches share. The good news is, these habits are simple and effective church growth strategies that are easy to apply and get results. Let’s look at 4 healthy habits that any church can implement to help grow and fund their vision.
Keeping up the giving momentum after the holiday season can be challenging. As people start to lose that feeling of generosity and return to their everyday lives, they become less focused on giving and being involved in your mission. Though this break in giving is normal, your church still has goals to accomplish long after the holidays, and keeping the giving spirit alive throughout the year is vital to fulfilling your vision and your mission.
Does your church worry about seasonal fluctuations in donations? Do you strive to have a reliable stream of monthly revenue? If so, you’re not alone! A lot of churches are affected by lulls in giving. In fact, 86% of churches don’t meet their annual budget goals. When you boil it down, that means 43 out of 50 churches aren’t raising enough funds during the year to support all of the activities, missions, and events they need to propel their ministries forward. So, what could the other 14% be doing differently to make their goals?
Over the last 20 years, there have been dramatic changes in the way we communicate. Rather than using snail mail, a home phone, or physically driving to a location to get information, people jump online using their laptops, smartphones, and tablets. And they do this from home, coffee shops, work, and even in grocery store lines.
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