You can give online!
As people are increasingly paying bills and conducting commerce over
the internet, Real Life has chosen to make giving online available to
those who are interested.
Real Life teaches that living "debt free" is a worthy goal for all Christians.
Online giving does involve the use of credit and debit transactions
and makes no distinction between the two. You may also utilize
electronic funds transfer (EFT). Every giver should exercise care and
concern in using credit cards for giving. We offer this option only as a
convenience and not as a way to circumvent sound biblical money
management principles or incur debt.
You are free to give via the weekly offering in the worship service, by mailing your contribution in to the finance office, or now by the internet. We welcome you to give whatever God has called you to, however God has called you to.
Frequently Asked Questions:
How can I give to the church?
1. By making an Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) using
the “secure E-give page” to enter your information. It is perfectly
safe, secure, and easier than writing a check. You can setup an
automatic EFT on a one-time, weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly basis.
2. By using a debit/credit card transaction. Use this option as a convenience only, and never incur credit card debt.
Why do we give?
"Honor the LORD with your wealth, with the firstfruits of all your crops…" (Proverbs 3:9)
Jesus taught that our money is an indicator of our
hearts and Paul taught that if we are loved by God and love Him in
return we would give cheerfully, sacrificially, and regularly.
Real Life teaches that God is the owner of everything,
including our money and possessions. When we give, we give back to God
what He already owns. Our giving is an indication of trust,
discipleship, and commitment. We believe that the minimum biblical
standard for giving is 10%, commonly called a "tithe".
How does my giving support the church?
Real Life Community Church prepares and adopts an
annual ministry plan. This plan is carefully prepared with detail
planning spanning many months. The ministry plan is an operating tool
that guides our church in ministry, missions, and operations. It is
important that every member and attendee understand their God-given role
in supporting the financial needs of the church through systematic
giving (tithing) to the church. Giving envelopes are mailed to each
church family monthly and provided in the church foyer.
What is online giving?
1. An Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) program which allows you to make contributions without writing checks
2. A debit/credit card option for giving to the church.
What is the advantage of online giving?
It saves time! It saves work! It simplifies your
life! You can avoid the hassle of writing and remembering checks. It can
also help your consistency and faithfulness in giving.
How is my Online Giving automatically deducted from my account?
Once you authorize the EFT transfer,
your specified contribution is electronically transferred directly from
your checking or savings account to the church's account. Options
include a one-time, weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly transaction.
When will my contribution be deducted from my account?
Your contribution will be deducted
from your account on the date(s) specified on your authorization form.
You never have to worry about forgetting a contribution or mailing it in
on time.
If I do not write checks, how do I keep my checkbook balance straight?Since your contribution is made at a pre-established time, you simply record it in your check register on the appropriate date.
Without a canceled check, how can I document my contribution?
Our bank statement gives you an
itemized list of electronic transfers. It is your proof of contribution.
The church will also record your gift and send you records of your
contributions on a quarterly basis. These records are appropriate for
tax records.
Is Giving Online risky?
Online Giving is less risky than
handwritten checks. It cannot be lost, stolen or destroyed in the mail.
It has an extremely high rate of accuracy and, is easier for the church
accounting office to process.
How much does Online Giving cost?
It costs you nothing and saves you time. The fee to the church is nominal.
What if I try Giving Online and don't like it?
You can cancel your authorization at any time!
How do I sign up to Give Online?
Real Life Community Church, producer of the Real Life Community Church
website, believes that strong electronic privacy is crucial for the
ongoing success of the Internet as a service, commercial, and
entertainment medium. To this end, unless you designate otherwise, the
information you enter here will be known to only two parties: you and
Real Life Community Church.
We pledge that Real Life Community Church will not release your personal data to anyone else without your consent - period.
