3 Ways to Build Financial Resilience in Your Church:

15 Mar 2025 · 1 min
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Justin R. Lester argues churches must build financial resilience by diversifying revenue streams rather than relying on a single funding source. He offers concrete ideas—launching a café, coworking space, community-event rentals, applying for grants, and creating recurring monthly-giving campaigns—and frames this as strategic stewardship, not fleecing congregants. He closes with a call-to-action to share with finance teams and return for more tips.

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