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Mar 03

Biblical foundations for a Christian capital campaign

By Fellowship Insights

A Christian capital campaign, particularly for a church or school, is best rooted in the biblical principles of stewardship, generosity and community support. Scripture provides numerous examples of faith-based giving and planning, offering a strong foundation for modern fundraising efforts in a Christian capital campaign. God as the Provider “And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:19 A central tenet of Christian belief focuses on God as the source of all creation. Biblical text emphasizes that all resources ultimately come from God, and believers are called to trust…

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Nov 22

Embracing the Christmas spirit: inspiring generosity for year-end giving

By Fellowship Insights

As Christmas approaches, Christians prepare to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ—the ultimate gift of love and salvation. This sacred season is not only a time for reflection, but also a powerful call to live out faith through generosity. For Christian nonprofits, Christmas offers a unique opportunity to inspire year-end giving and rally support for missions that bring hope and healing to the world. Why Christmas inspires generosity “On coming to the house, they saw the child with his mother Mary, and they bowed down and worshiped him. Then they opened their treasures and presented him with gifts of gold,…

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Aug 12

Cultivating a Lifestyle of Stewardship and Generosity

By Fellowship Insights

As Christians, we are called to cultivate a spirituality and lifestyle of stewardship and generosity. These biblical principles represent distinct yet complementary aspects of our Christian life.  Stewardship is the recognition that all we possess is a gift from God. The parable of the talents (Matthew 25: 14-30) powerfully reminds us of our responsibility to gratefully receive, invest in, and grow what has been entrusted to us. Stewardship encompasses not only our financial resources but also our time, talents, and spiritual gifts.  Generosity flows from a heart filled with gratitude and is a vital fruit of the Spirit. It is…

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Jun 26

Five steps to conducting a spirit-led capital campaign for your Christian church

By Fellowship Insights

Launching a capital campaign for your Christian church is a significant endeavor that requires spiritual grounding and strategic planning. A spirit-led capital campaign seeks not only to raise funds but to deepen the faith and commitment of the church community. This guide outlines five essential steps to ensure your campaign is aligned with God’s will and purpose, from the foundation of prayer to the continuous reporting of impact. By focusing on prayer, listening to the congregation, inviting stewardship, expressing gratitude and maintaining transparency, your church can successfully conduct a spirit-led capital campaign that glorifies God and strengthens its mission. Prayer:…

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Feb 07

2024 Christian fundraising trends to watch

By Fellowship Insights

With inflation returning to normal levels, 2024 promises to be a great year for fundraising, especially for Christian churches, schools and nonprofits. Here are four Christian fundraising trends to watch in 2024: Renew your commitment to stewardship: At Fellowship Development, stewardship is at the heart of what we do. Our onsite, full-service approach works best when filtered through a Christo-centric, stewardship-focused lens. Stewardship is more than cultivating a culture of financial giving; it means creating the avenues that allow all to share from the many ways that God gives abundantly. In our 26 years as a firm, we’ve found that…

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