Stewardship is caring for what God has given us. God wants us to be good stewards (care takers) of all that have been given to us. God expects us to use a portion of all of our gifts (time, talents, abilities, money) for God's glory and in the service of others.

Many people who are new to the church may not understand how the church operates financially. First of all, the entire operation of the church depends on the financial contributions of its members and supporters. This includes all of the expenses of the church, such as property, utilities, salaries, maintenance, programs, mission support and services. As a not-for-profit organization, the church is not a 'business' and therefore does not hoard or earn money, or make a 'profit.' All of the money given in one year is used during that year for operational expenses or designated programs, and any excess is used to further support the mission and ministries of the church.

Please pray that God will show you what God expects you to give. Giving is Not about fulfilling the Church's budget needs, but is about your personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

All gifts and donations should be given during a service when you are at church or mailed to and made payable to Trinity United Methodist Church and clearly marked for the area you wish to support, for example:

• Operating Budget
• Outreach Programs
• Community Programs
• Mission Trips
• Children's Ministry
• Monthly Communion Offerings
• Other (please specify)

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To make a donation by mail, make check payable to Trinity UMC, and indicate ministry area. Mail to:

Trinity UMC
821 South Gordon Road
Austell, Georgia 30168


Please be aware that all of your giving is strictly confidential. At the end of the year a tax contribution letter will be mailed to you showing your support during the year.

Thank you for financial support of our church and its ministries.