Plain Talk about Churches and Money

The authors tackle congregations' resistances, fears, and difficulties about money. Using extensive research for their earlier book (Money Matters), they turn their attention in this volume to providing insight and help with key topics perplexing church leaders and congregations today, including: * Why are we so uneasy with the topic of money when it comes to the church? * Is there a difference between stewardship and fund raising? * Is there a "best" stewardship approach or program? * How can we motivate giving? * Should we invest church funds? * Why is it so hard to make the connection between mission and budget, to develop a sense that what we do with money is ministry, not just bill paying? Church leaders at all levels, seminarians, and adult educators will find this an important tool for understanding - and engaging congregations in discussion of - one of the most presing issues facing us today. --- from book's cover