Some New Stewardship Quotes & Nuggets for Newsletters, Bulletins and Teaching

"The bride, bent with age, leaned over her cane. Her steps uncertain needed guiding. While down the church aisle with a warm, toothless smile, the groom in wheelchair gliding. And who is this elderly couple thus wed? You'll find when you closely explore it, that this is that rare, most conservative pair who waited until they could afford it."—Jack Taylor

"God loves a cheerful giver, but hates a grouch."—Melvin Maxwell

"An infant is born with a clenched fist; a man dies with an open hand. Life has a way of prying free the things that we think are so important." (from Stewardship Starters)

"New offering plate for churches: This ingenious invention receives gifts a dollar or more on a plush cushion with silent graciousness. But when half-dollars are dropped in, it rings a bell; when quarters are given, it blows a whistle; when dimes are slipped in, it fires a shot. But when someone refuses to give, it takes their picture." (from Stewardship Starters)

"Communicate the fourfold aspects of biblical stewardship... a. Stewardship of life; b. Stewardship of relationships; c. Stewardship of the gospel, stewardship of time, spiritual gifts and money."

"Encourage potential givers to form a partnership with God. (from Stewardship Starters)

"Never ask for money at events that have been designed to reach the unchurched." (from Stewardship Starters)

"Teach children the importance of giving. Always include them in building campaigns and world mission offering opportunities." (from Stewardship Starters)

"Never 'take' the offering. Rather, 'receive' the offering. Make offering time a time of celebration." (from Stewardship Starters)

"Distribute numbered tithing/giving envelopes to all church members. It will stimulate giving and enhance record-keeping." (from Stewardship Starters)

"Mail quarterly giving statements to all parishioners. Two things will happen immediately: You will be able to reconcile incorrect records; You will see an increase in giving the next Sunday." (from Stewardship Starters)

"Inform your congregation of significant offering achievements." (from Stewardship Starters)

"Praise your congregation for their faithfulness in giving." (from Stewardship Starters)