A stewardship campaign is not just about raising money. It’s about helping your congregation understand the biblical call to generosity and connecting their giving to the mission of the church. This guide gives small church leaders a complete framework for running an annual stewardship campaign — including a sermon series outline and commitment card template.
According to Giving USA 2025, religious giving has stabilized after years of decline, with Millennial giving per household increasing 22% in 2024. But only 51% of evangelical Protestants financially support a church they attend (Baptist Press, 2025). The opportunity for churches to teach biblical stewardship has never been greater.
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