Giving
We give of our resources as an act of worship. It is a concrete way to affirm the truth that everything we are and have belongs to God. It is a declaration of dependence. God has promised to care and provide for us. When we withhold our tithes and offerings we are making a statement that our resources belong to us and that we have to take care of ourselves. Scripture is filled with many promises of God's provision and saturated with stories of His faithfulness. Your tithe or offering allows us to support what God is doing in Alamance County and around the world!
OnlineYou can set the church up as a vendor or payee in your online billpay with your bank or click below to give online.
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Non-TraditionallyYou can extend gifts of stock, set bequests, or otherwise offer in-kind gifts to further the ministry of the church.
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TraditionallyYou can place your offering or tithe in the offering plate during worship or convey it to the church office.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about Giving
GENERAL GIVING FAQ
Why should I give?
One out of six times that Jesus opens his mouth in the Gospels, he makes a reference to money. Whether it’s the treasure we store in heaven as opposed to here (Matthew 5:19-21) or his observation of a Widow’s devotion (Mark 12:41-43), Jesus speaks to our chief need by speaking about one of our chief concerns.In a Church, everything that is a part of what you experience as a member of this community is funded somehow. From the candles used during the worship service, the bread bought for the sandwich ministry, the plots sold in the cemetery, pre-marital counseling, the salaries paid to staff, printing and emailing the newsletter, the Bibles and Hymnals we use, the digital resources we share, any funeral or wedding, the materials used for the youth program, the assistance given to the needy, to the efforts to keep the church clean on a regular basis all fit into the larger mission of Hawfields to “build, grow and share.” What you give is an important part of that.
How much should I give?
There are two Biblical principles that should govern our thinking about this. Tithing and gladness.First, the Bible recommends the principle of a tenth of what we receive be given. This is called a tithe. Malachi 3:10 says, "Bring the whole tenth-part to the storage house so there might be food; See whether I do not open all the windows of the heavens for you and empty out a blessing until there is enough."
If everyone tithed, no matter what their income, there will always be enough for our church’s mission. It’s as simple as that. Everyone from the oldest of us to the youngest of us tithing means we already have what we need.
Second, we should give from a place of gladness. 2 Corinthians 9:7 says, "Everyone should give whatever they have decided in their heart. They shouldn’t give with hesitation or because of pressure. God loves a cheerful giver."
Giving shouldn’t be about obligation, guilt, or even abundance. It should simply be our joyful response to God’s goodness in our lives. Our Book of Order (part two of our church constitution) says Jesus is Lord of the conscience and should alone be governing our decision-making. Let us give as we are led!
Is giving really an act of worship?
Yes! It is a concrete expression (though, not the only expression) of faith, trust and love for God.
Where does the money go?
Our budget is the prayerfully considered priorities of our congregation.The money given goes to fund our budget as well as other opportunities for ministry as they arise and we are able. You can observe how we're doing with the budget through the monthly financial reports produced by our Treasurer and reviewed by our Session.
Who do I talk to if I have more questions?
Click “contact us” at the bottom of our website and we’ll be happy to answer any other questions you may have.
Why should I give?
One out of six times that Jesus opens his mouth in the Gospels, he makes a reference to money. Whether it’s the treasure we store in heaven as opposed to here (Matthew 5:19-21) or his observation of a Widow’s devotion (Mark 12:41-43), Jesus speaks to our chief need by speaking about one of our chief concerns.In a Church, everything that is a part of what you experience as a member of this community is funded somehow. From the candles used during the worship service, the bread bought for the sandwich ministry, the plots sold in the cemetery, pre-marital counseling, the salaries paid to staff, printing and emailing the newsletter, the Bibles and Hymnals we use, the digital resources we share, any funeral or wedding, the materials used for the youth program, the assistance given to the needy, to the efforts to keep the church clean on a regular basis all fit into the larger mission of Hawfields to “build, grow and share.” What you give is an important part of that.
How much should I give?
There are two Biblical principles that should govern our thinking about this. Tithing and gladness.First, the Bible recommends the principle of a tenth of what we receive be given. This is called a tithe. Malachi 3:10 says, "Bring the whole tenth-part to the storage house so there might be food; See whether I do not open all the windows of the heavens for you and empty out a blessing until there is enough."
If everyone tithed, no matter what their income, there will always be enough for our church’s mission. It’s as simple as that. Everyone from the oldest of us to the youngest of us tithing means we already have what we need.
Second, we should give from a place of gladness. 2 Corinthians 9:7 says, "Everyone should give whatever they have decided in their heart. They shouldn’t give with hesitation or because of pressure. God loves a cheerful giver."
Giving shouldn’t be about obligation, guilt, or even abundance. It should simply be our joyful response to God’s goodness in our lives. Our Book of Order (part two of our church constitution) says Jesus is Lord of the conscience and should alone be governing our decision-making. Let us give as we are led!
Is giving really an act of worship?
Yes! It is a concrete expression (though, not the only expression) of faith, trust and love for God.
Where does the money go?
Our budget is the prayerfully considered priorities of our congregation.The money given goes to fund our budget as well as other opportunities for ministry as they arise and we are able. You can observe how we're doing with the budget through the monthly financial reports produced by our Treasurer and reviewed by our Session.
Who do I talk to if I have more questions?
Click “contact us” at the bottom of our website and we’ll be happy to answer any other questions you may have.