As far as nonprofits go, a church is one of the most complex organizations for leadership. Church leaders have to balance the spiritual needs of their congregations with the programmatic needs of the communities their churches serve. Meeting these needs requires resources, both human and financial. When your church income relies on the weekly donations of your congregation, it can be a little tricky to ensure that you have consistent cash flow.

It takes leadership and money for a church to experience dynamic growth. Many church leaders, legitimately concerned about church finances, are looking for ways to increase giving from their congregation. They want to tap into the generosity of the members and boost offerings in the church. It doesn’t have to be a daunting task.

The money that supports your church’s ministry comes from faithful people who give because they believe in the mission. For that reason alone, there is a responsibility to manage wisely how the funds are used. The church Budget Committee has the task of oversight. One of their primary duties is to create an annual budget.