The job of the Finance Team is to identify, perfect, and manage the finance system for the congregation. The finance system is the processes of raising, managing, and dispersing the finances so that the mission and vision of the congregation can be achieved (Guidelines, p. 6).

The Bible speaks frequently about money and wealth and emphasizes the importance of generous giving (Proverbs 22:16; 2 Corinthians 8-9), wise investment (Luke 16:10-13); debt management (Proverbs 21:20; 22:7), prudent fiscal oversight (Luke 12:13-21; Acts 4:32-35); and appropriate attitude (1 Timothy 6:10)....Whatever income and expense is generated by the church is ultimately for the work of ministry (Guidelines, p. 7).

EFT – Electronic Finance Transfer

Direct Debit is used to automatically transfer funds from your checking or savings account of your choice on a regular basis, making your giving to Faith United Methodist Church simple.

Direct Debit benefits everyone involved, its:

• Simple – Easy one-time setup process. No more checks to write. Direct Debit is an automatic transaction so you don’t have to worry about having cash or checks on hand for your giving.

• Safe – There are no checks or cash to worry about. Each Direct Debit is deducted from your account on an agreed-upon date each month, making it easy to keep track of your giving. You will only receive notifications from us if the payment was not accepted.

• Confident – Your personal information remains safe and secure. In fact, you gain financial privacy with Direct Debit because the payment is made electronically and no one sees your information, like they do on a check.

• Green – Direct Debit is also good for the environment. Saving paper and trees.

Forms are available in the church office.