Online Giving Promotion
Spring is a great time to promote Online Giving! Typically, parishes see a decrease in Mass attendance during summer which reflects a decrease in total offertory giving. Encouraging your parishioners to set up a recurring online donation will insure their donations continue over the summer.
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Below you will find resources to help promote online giving.
Social Media
Facebook Post #1
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It’s almost summer time! While summer travels may take you places, your contributions to our parish can still make it into the offertory basket thanks to the convenience of giving online.
Simply set up an account today, using our online giving link, and then don’t worry about mailing in your weekly or monthly contributions before packing your suitcase.
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Facebook Post #2
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If you appreciate the ease of online banking and bill pay, you will be happy to know that you can easily offer a regular contribution to NAME OF PARISH parish using automatic online donations.
Giving online allows you to
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support our ministries and mission while away
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set it and forget it - easily schedule automatic recurring gifts
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always have access to change gift amounts, enter new payment methods, or pause/cancel a gift at any time
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AND simplify your accounting and tax preparation with personalized reports of your giving
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Facebook Post #3
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Between demanding schedules, traveling, or just trying to get out the door on time for Mass, it can be challenging to support your parish on a regular basis.
Stop worrying about offertory envelopes, cash, or mailing in your contributions. Instead, give a gift at any time, from anywhere, from any device that connects to the internet. It is simple and secure!
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Promotional Video
A video is a great way to quickly get an idea across. We made this video to help you promote online giving for your parish. Remember to include your giving link in the comment section when sharing this video on social media. Click the link to download the video.
Weblink for sharing: https://vimeo.com/536915134/8ecf1eca7f
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Efficient Resource Management: Online giving streamlines parish operations by reducing manual processing, freeing up staff to focus on mission-critical tasks.
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Predictable Cash Flow: Online contributions offer a steady income stream, allowing for more accurate financial planning and resource allocation within the parish.
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Accessibility and Convenience: With online giving, you can easily contribute anytime, anywhere, enhancing participation and community engagement.
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Encourages Regular Giving: Setting up recurring online donations allows you to be more generous and make gifts on a set schedule.
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Transparency and Accountability: Online giving provides clear records of donations, increasing trust through transparency in how funds are used to support the parish's mission.
Email or Letter-Version 1
Email or Letter Sample 1
Dear Friends,
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As we continue our journey of faith together, I want to take a moment to express my gratitude for your ongoing generosity and support of our parish community. Your faithful stewardship enables us to fulfill our mission of spreading the love and teachings of Christ to all who seek solace and spiritual nourishment.
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In recent years, we have witnessed remarkable advancements in technology that have transformed the way we connect and engage with one another. As we embrace these changes, I would like to invite you to consider a convenient and secure method for making your offertory contributions - online giving.
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Online giving offers numerous benefits that not only simplify the giving process but also enhance our ability to support the ministries and programs of our church. Here are a few reasons why online giving may be a beneficial option for you:
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Efficient Resource Management: By reducing the administrative burden associated with processing checks and cash, online giving enables our staff and volunteers to focus more time and resources on serving our community and fulfilling our ministry initiatives.
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Predictable Cash Flow: Online contributions offer a steady income stream, allowing for more accurate financial planning and resource allocation within the parish.
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Accessibility and Convenience: With online giving, you can easily contribute anytime, anywhere, enhancing participation and community engagement.
Promotes Consistent Giving: Setting up recurring online donations allows you to be more generous and make gifts on a set schedule.
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Transparency: Online giving provides clear records of donations, increasing trust through transparency in how funds are used to support the parish's mission.
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Security: Our online giving platform employs the latest encryption technology to safeguard your personal and financial information, providing peace of mind that your contributions are processed securely.
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I encourage you to prayerfully consider embracing this safe and efficient method of giving, knowing that your contributions play a vital role in sustaining the life and mission of our parish. Whether you choose to give online, through traditional means, or a combination of both, please know that every gift, regardless of size, is deeply appreciated and makes a meaningful difference.
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To explore online giving options and learn more about how you can get started, please visit our website at www.WEBSITE.org or contact our parish office for assistance.
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Thank you for your faithful partnership in ministry. May God bless you abundantly for your generosity and may His light continue to shine brightly through our collective efforts.
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Email or Letter Version 2
Email or Letter Sample 2
Dear Beloved Parishioners and Friends in Christ,
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As we approach the warmth and renewal of the summer season, a time when many of us are drawn to rest, travel, and spiritual reflection outside our parish boundaries, our collective commitment to our parishes mission must remain constant. The summer months, however, often bring a noticeable decrease in our regular offertory contributions due to decreased attendance at Mass, as the season of travel and vacation beckons us to various corners of God's beautiful creation.
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In this season, it is crucial to remember the sustaining support our parish requires to continue its sacred functions and outreach efforts, even in our physical absence. Our shared commitment to our faith community calls us to ensure our parish remains vibrant and able to serve, irrespective of the changing seasons.
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Will you join me in making a commitment to our parish by setting up a recurring offertory gift through our online giving platform?
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This method of giving not only offers a convenient way to maintain our support during the summer months but also stands as a testament to our unwavering dedication to our faith community, ensuring the continuity of our parish's ministries and services.
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While the traditional act of offering envelopes during Mass holds a special place in our expression of faith, the option of online giving represents a beacon of steadfast support, allowing us to extend our generosity seamlessly throughout the summer and beyond.
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This initiative is more than a matter of fiscal stewardship; it reflects our collective faith in action, a way to fortify our parish against the seasonal fluctuations that challenge our mission. As we embrace the beauty and rest that summer offers, let us also embrace this opportunity to affirm our commitment to our parish family, ensuring that our parish remains a beacon of faith, hope, and love in our community.
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In Christ's Service and with heartfelt gratitude,
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May this summer be a time of rejuvenation for us all, filled with the grace and peace of Christ. Let us go forth in faith, ensuring that our spiritual home continues to thrive.
Start your online recurring gift today at: (INSERT WEB ADDRESS)
Pulpit Announcement
Pulpit Announcement
Good morning! As we all look forward to the beauty and relaxation that summer brings, I want to take a moment to talk about something close to our hearts - supporting our parish family throughout the upcoming season.
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Summer is a time for vacations, family visits, and adventures, which often means we're not all able to attend Mass here as regularly. However, the needs of our parish and the good work we do together continue, even when many of us are away.
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To ensure that our parish remains vibrant and active during these quieter months, I encourage each of us to consider setting up an automatic recurring gift through our parish website. This simple step allows us to keep our commitment to our church strong, even when we're soaking up the sun miles away or enjoying a well-deserved break.
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Setting up your recurring gift online is easy and takes just a few minutes, but the impact lasts all summer long and beyond. It's a practical, secure, and effective way to make sure our parish has the steady support needed to maintain our programs, services, and facilities, even during the summer dip in attendance.
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So, I invite you to visit our parish website today and start your automatic recurring gift. It's a gesture that says, 'even when I'm not here, I'm here in spirit and support.' Let's make this summer a time of growth and sustenance for our parish, ensuring that we come back to a community that's as strong and welcoming as ever.
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Thank you for considering this, and for all the ways you contribute to our parish life. Let's make this summer count for our parish!
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