Teaching church members Biblical stewardship is at the heart of Christian discipleship.  A church's stewardship program and resource base only grows as individual members and families come to understand the nature of Christian discipleship and apply the principles of Biblical stewardship to their everyday lives.  Resource Churches understands that congregations need resources to assist them in teaching these principles effectively.

Resource Churches is committed to providing quality stewardship education materials for churches (see The Giving Life below). In addition we will help you develop a personalized plan for teaching the principles of Christian Stewardship to your church members throughout the church year.

Your Personal Stewardship Specialist

We provide ongoing stewardship services to local churches on a retainer basis.  This approach allows you to have a Stewardship Specialist on your church staff for a small monthly fee.  The retainer is based upon the level of services the church desires.  Our services include the following resources:

1. Stewardship Articles for your church newsletter or other publication (monthly).
2. Reproducible Stewardship Inserts for your bulletin or worship folder (monthly).
3. Stewardship Worship Element including litanies, scripture readings, dramatic sketches, etc. (3 to 5 minute emphasis each month).
4. Offertory Statement for use by worship leaders (weekly).
5. Draft Stewardship Letter to be mailed with quarterly contribution statements.
6. Stewardship Sermon Starters & Illustrations for preaching ministry (monthly).
7. Bible Study Lessons for Adults and Youth (reproducible lessons provided annually).
8. Customized Stewardship Services based upon the needs of your church including leadership training.

All of the Stewardship materials provided by Resource Churches are original materials copyrighted by Resource Churches.  We work with your church leaders to customize all our stewardship resources for each congregation.  Your retainer relationship provides you with unlimited use of the materials in your church.  Retainers may include time on your field helping design your stewardship program and training your leaders.

You may select the services your church needs.  Our retainer relationships begin at only $150.00 per month.  Resources and drafts of the stewardship materials are provided to the church each month based upon our agreement. The retainer includes telephone and e-mail support and assistance.  The retainer agreements are for one year and may be renewed. We believe our services will justify our retainer agreement; however, you always have the opportunity cancel the retainer with 30 days notice. We would be happy to visit with a church representative about your needs and interests and prepare a specific proposal for your church.

Stewardship Reviews

We recommend churches consider allowing Resource Churches to conduct a Stewardship Review for your church prior to developing your stewardship education plan. We will assist the church in conducting a comprehensive review of the church’s entire stewardship program. The review will include an analysis and evaluation of the church’s budgets, giving history, audit reports, adopted procedures, stewardship education activities and all related areas for the past three years. The review will provide a complete analysis of the church’s current stewardship status and recommendations for improvement. Typically, the review includes two trips to the church field; however, we are prepared to complete the study by phone and e-mail if you prefer.

Materials for Your Annual Stewardship Emphasis

THE GIVING LIFE is a comprehensive set of materials to assist your church in conducting a three-week stewardship emphasis.  Click the logo below for more information about THE GIVING LIFE.  Are you looking for help with your stewardship education program or resources for your annual stewardship emphasis.  Let us help you develop your stewardship education plan.  Our comprehensive Stewardship Retainer Agreements include The Giving Life stewardship resources at no additional charge.  We have resources for you.  Give us a call at (800) 659-7445 or click "contact information" above and tell us how we can help you.