by Mike Hicks | Feb 28, 2018 | Generosity, Giving
As a pastor I heard many people over the years say, “When I am in a better financial place in life, I will begin to tithe.” What they were really saying is that they will begin to give. Tithing is generally considered to be 10% of one’s income. These folks usually...
by Mike Hicks | Feb 14, 2018 | Children, Giving
Today, we will see lots of red hearts and ash crosses on foreheads. Valentine’s Day is a great day for florists, restaurants, jewelers and candy makers. Today is also Ash Wednesday, which marks the beginning of Lent. On this day we are invited to give freely of cards,...
by Mike Hicks | Jan 24, 2018 | Giving, Planning
Tell the Stories of Faith Folks, we just need to get better at telling our stories. I know Jesus talked about not letting the left hand know what the right hand is doing, but we need to celebrate what we are doing as a faith community. People need to hear how...
by Mike Hicks | Jan 3, 2018 | Giving
A New Year with the New Tax Law It is true that many givers will no longer be able to itemize their charitable contributions to our churches, but I believe that people will continue to give. According to research by Crescendo, charitable estate gifts have...
by Mike Hicks | Dec 13, 2017 | Giving
Company Is Coming This time of year many are expecting company. This means cleaning the house, getting the beds and bath ready for guests, and doing some kind of extra touch that says, “We are glad you are.” Company is probably coming to many of our churches...
by Mike Hicks | Dec 6, 2017 | Giving
Lake Institute on Faith and Giving Releases “Giving to Religion” The Lake Institute on Faith and Giving at the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy with support from Giving USA Foundation released its latest report on religious giving last...
