A steward is one who manages another's property, finances or other affairs; it's not just a way for the church to raise money. It's a way of life that recognizes that everything we have is God's, and we are simply managing those resources while here on earth.
Today, we United Methodists join others to help all of God's children, whenever and wherever we can. Life grows here through the joy of generosity. Click the button below to make an online gift or choose any of the other giving options.
Ways to Give
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Online Giving
It's easy to give online. Just click here to begin. You can make a one-time gift or set up a recurring donation. Creating a profile will only take a moment and you'll be able to make changes to recurring donations and view and print your online donation history. You can also make your pledge for 2012. Want to know more? Check out the online giving Frequently Asked Questions. -
Electronic Funds Transfer
EFT allows donations to be drawn directly regularly from your bank account. This option allows you to give as a regular priority and it reduces the processing expense for the church. You will need to know your bank routing information and may be asked to submit a voided check. Click here to download an EFT rRequest Form or contact Financial Secretary, Debi Smith. -
Donate by Mail
If you would like to mail a donation, please make checks payable to:
Christ United Methodist Church
3440 Shroyer Road
Kettering, Ohio 45429 -
Sunday Offering
Simply place your cash or check in an offering envelope and drop it in the plate when it is passed during the service. Be sure to include your name and address on the envelope so that we can credit your account properly.
See the Frequently Asked Questions
Have more questions about giving options or finances at Christ Church?
Contact Financial Secretary, Debi Smith.
How to Pledge for 2012
- Click here to make your pledge and schedule your 1st gift online
- Click here to complete a form to designate your pledge for 2012
- Click here to download a pledge card you can complete and return to the church
- Send an email to Debi Smith and let her know your commitment for 2012
- Pick up a pledge card at one of the Welcome Centers, in the parlor, in the church office or in the Upstairs Cafe
All information about your pledge is kept strictly
Every Dollar Counts
Do you know how hard your money works? Here are a few examples:
$50: Provides emergency food supplies for a family for four days.
$150: Average cost to provide a backpack of nutritious weekend food for a Kettering student each week for one school year.
$250: Average cost to scholarship a student for a retreat or mission trip.
$650: Cost to print Sunday bulletins for one month.
$800: Average cost for utilities and maintenance to operate the Kettering Campus facility for one day.