Pastor, there are seasons when the ministry God has entrusted to your church requires resources beyond the regular budget.
Whether you're expanding your facilities, strengthening a ministry, or preparing for a new opportunity, inviting your congregation to give can feel like a weighty responsibility.
You want people to understand the need, but even more importantly, you want them to see the ministry and the lives their generosity will impact.
And here's something worth considering: Even when your congregation shares the same vision, people may connect with it for very different reasons.
In this week's Church Staff Huddle, longtime pastor Russ Olmon shares a practical perspective on generosity that may change how you approach your next capital initiative.
His encouragement is a helpful reminder that stewardship is about more than funding a project. It's about inviting people to participate in the work God is doing through His church.
Together with:
Your church has a vision for what’s next, but funding it can feel overwhelming. Russ Olmon helps you build a clear capital campaign plan, communicate the vision, and invite your congregation to give with purpose so you can move forward with confidence. Learn how Russ can help fund your church’s next chapter.
What if one giving appeal is only reaching part of your congregation?
Watch as Russ Olmon shares five pockets of generosity and how understanding them can help you communicate your church's vision more effectively.
In This Episode Your Team Will Learn
Why one giving appeal may not connect with everyone.
How different motivations shape generosity.
How to connect financial needs with meaningful ministry impact.
Why capital initiatives can be opportunities for discipleship.
Discussion Questions
How are we helping people see the ministry impact behind our financial needs?
Are we communicating our vision in ways that connect with different people?
What opportunities for generosity might we be overlooking?
How can we approach our next capital initiative with greater clarity and care?
The Huddle’s Book of the Week
The Winter of Your Life by Dr. Greg Bourgond & Russ Olmon
Why it’s worth your time:
What does a leader do when the chapter they’ve always known starts to close? The Winter of Your Life is a candid, faith-filled guide for ministry leaders navigating the season of transition, legacy, and what comes next. Drawing on 50 years of ministry experience, this book reminds leaders that their best contribution may still be ahead.
The needs of ministry are real, and so is God's faithfulness.
As you consider the resources needed for what lies ahead, may He give you wisdom to communicate the vision clearly, confidence to invite others into the work, and peace as you trust Him for the provision.
Generosity is not simply about what we can raise. It's about what God can accomplish through willing hearts.
See You Next Week,
The Church Staff Huddle Team
