“If you don’t give because no one’s ever asked you, I’m asking you now. If you don’t give regularly because you’ve never got round to it, I’m saying today’s the day. If you don’t give much because you think St Martin’s doesn’t need it, I’m telling you that it does. If you don’t give a lot because you don’t have a lot, I’m saying your giving something is an example to everyone else. If you don’t give more because no one’s ever said thank you, I’m thanking you right now. If you already give until the pips squeak, I’m saying that’s wonderful, and nudge the person next to you to do the same."
Rev Dr Sam Wells
Talking about money in church can often feel uncomfortable — for us and for our communities. Many people value their local church deeply, yet there are still challenges, misunderstandings, and competing demands on people’s time and resources.
On these pages, you will find practical advice and resources to help you communicate clearly, confidently, and graciously about giving. You can explore what good communication looks like, why it matters, and how it can strengthen the mission and ministry of your church.
With the church
Thinking about how to talk about the church finances, ways to give, planning stewardship campaigns and gift days .
With the community
Thinking about some of the challenges and opportunities for communicating with the wider community .
Demonstrating impact
Why being able to demonstrate impact is important, and how to do this well in order to recognise God at work in our community .
Who to contact
If you haven’t been able to find the information you need on the web pages, to speak to a member of the team, you can book a call here or email givingteam@bathwells.anglican.org and someone will be in touch.