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FAQ
Have questions? We have the answers!
Why should I give to the church?
As Christians, we understand that everything we have comes from God. We give out of gratitude for our blessings and to support God’s work through the church.
When should I give?
Regular, systematic giving cultivates a lifestyle of generosity. Regular giving connects our generosity to our blessings and can bring great joy. You can set up regular, recurring giving online at:
fumcwaxahachie.org/give
How much should I give?
The Bible teaches giving in proportion to the material blessings we have received. We encourage committing a percentage of your income and increasing that percentage over time.
What is a "Forever Gift"?
Since 2018, all estate gifts (or final gifts, from a person’s estate) are directed to our church’s endowment unless otherwise directed. The principal of these gifts is never invaded; only the interest earned is used. This means that these departed saints’ faith continues to be seen and benefits the work of Christ, even after they’re gone from our midst. Including the church in your estate plans – even if only giving a 10% tithe from what’s left - is a wonderful way to bear witness to one’s faith, and to let our gratitude to God be a continuing light that shines and blesses others into the future. It can be as easy as visiting with your attorney or financial advisor and including the church in your will, trust, or estate plan.
What does "tithe" mean?
It means giving the first tenth, or 10%, of our income to God, which originated in the Old Testament. When we give the first 10% of
our income to the church, we put God first in our lives. We encourage setting a goal to reach or exceed this level of generosity.
Where does my money go?
The church stewardship campaign supports everything FUMC Waxahachie does, including worship, missions, Sunday morning classes, programs and services, and the staff and facilities
needed to accomplish all of this.
Can I designate where money goes?
No, not for the stewardship campaign. If you’d like to designate a gift, you’ll need to make a seperate gift to FUMC Waxahachie.
Are there unique options for retired people?
Congress has permanently extended the law allowing taxpayers 70½ or older to exclude from their gross income distribution as much as $100,000 annually from their individual retirement accounts, provided those distributions are made directly to qualifying charities. If all guidelines are met, these contributions will also count toward the taxpayer’s required minimum distributions (RMD). For some taxpayers, this can be a win-win action — they can help a favorite charity while avoiding various negative tax implications that come with an increase in their adjusted gross income.