Day: October 7, 2023

The collection plate is drying up—and too many churches are praying instead of planning. Shrinking attendance, aging donors, and ignored legacy opportunities are putting ministries at risk. This isn’t a crisis of faith; it’s a crisis of fundraising strategy. Packed with real stats, biblical precedent, and blunt advice, this piece is a wake-up call for church leaders: Stop waiting on miracles. Start asking for planned gifts. Because “hope” isn’t a stewardship strategy.