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7 t hings pastors should be doing this summer


Summer is an interesting time for pastors and church leaders. On one hand, there's more time to relax with school out, but some churches actually have more ministry events and many worry about the dreaded summer slump. With all that in mind, here are some things that churchfuel.com, an online church coaching company, believes pastors should do this summer.
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Churchgoers say they tithe . . .
but not always to the church


Most churchgoers say the Bible commands them to give. But their tithes don't always go in the offering plate. Last year, Nashville-based LifeWay Research surveyed over 1,000 American churchgoers and discovered some interesting beliefs that can help churches understand their donors.
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Churches, Be Generous in Thanking Your Givers


The Lewis Center for Church Leadership, Wesley Theological Seminary in Washington, D.C., says it's sad but true that many churches take their givers for granted. This attitude can grow into an unhealthy one that turns off generous individuals and families. Churches must learn to be generous in their expression of thanksgiving. Here's how.

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PLANNED GIVING:
Don't Sell Your Real Estate 
Before Watching This Video


Kathleen Ory donated her home for the benefit of her church,  but will live in it as long as she wants to, thanks to a Life Estate Gift  through the United Methodist Foundation of Louisiana. 

She will save on taxes and insurance, but best of all she has the satisfaction of knowing she will support her church forever.

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What to do if your church needs a loan


Just like an individual, when a church needs a large amount of money for building or remodeling, they often need a loan. There are several options for a church to consider, but when compared to the competition, your Foundation is the winner every time. 
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