Tools to Support Your Parish's Offertory - Forward in Faith: Fall Offertory
Over 70 parishes have already embraced this year’s offertory plans, either through the AOB's - Forward in Faith program or by crafting a custom approach tailored to their parish’s unique needs.
If your parish hasn’t yet explored the Forward in Faith program, now is the perfect time. The program offers an array of customizable materials designed to inspire giving and deepen your parishioners’ spiritual journey.
We invite you to visit Forward in Faith and discover the resources available. Whether you adopt the full program or select certain elements, these tools will help guide your parish toward a more vibrant and committed community of givers.
To make the process easy, simply select your preferred dates and order the materials through the "Click to Order" survey on the site. We’re here to support you in making this as seamless as possible.
Offertory Materials and Resources: https://www.advancingourmission.org/forwardinfaith
Simple Steps to Inspire Generosity
To help you maximize engagement with offertory, here are a few simple but powerful actions to implement:
Showcase the Prayer Poster: Placing the posters prominently will serve as a constant reminder of the call to stewardship.
Distribute Prayer/Giving Cards: These cards, which parishioners can take home, act as a reminder of their role in the Parish’s mission, helping them pray and reflect on their giving commitment.
Utilize In-Pew Cards: These cards not only help collect updated contact information but also provide a way for parishioners to submit prayer requests—fostering a deeper spiritual connection alongside their financial commitment.
Update Your Online Giving Platform: Make sure your parish’s online giving option is visible on your website and user-friendly. Many parishioners appreciate the convenience and accessibility of online donations.
Use the QR CODE Stickers: Place these removable stickers on the back of the pew for a quick and easy way for parishioners to access your online giving page.
Encouraging your parish to embrace giving is about more than just financial support; it’s about enriching their spiritual lives. Giving is an act of worship—an opportunity for parishioners to deepen their connection to God and His work.
Support in Creating Your Annual Report
We also encourage you to consider preparing an annual report to share with your parish community. This report serves as a testament to the parish’s responsible stewardship and transparency. If you’d like a guide, a sample report can be found here: https://www.advancingourmission.org/parishfundraising
Our team is always here to assist you in both the implementation of the Forward in Faith program and the preparation of your parish’s annual report. Don’t hesitate to reach out if you need help or guidance.
Together, let’s continue to build on the tremendous momentum generated by the 70 parishes already committed, ensuring that our Archdiocese remains a beacon of hope and faith for all.
We’d love to know how your parish is supporting offertory this year. Whether you’re using the Forward in Faith materials or have developed your own program, please let us know through the survey on the website.
You can also reach out directly to Kim or Mark to share your plans and how we can support you further.
Kim Montgomery
Chief Advancement Officer, Archdiocese of Baltimore
Executive Director, Catholic Community Foundation
Advancement Department
443.263.1920 (w) l 803.465.5900 (c)
Mark Talcott
Sr. Director of Philanthropy, Archdiocese of Baltimore
Advancement Department
320 Cathedral Street l Baltimore, MD 21201
410.547.5554 (w) l 651.329.0470 (c)
