At First Methodist Monroe we celebrate the opportunity to give back a portion of what God gives us. As a result, giving provides important resources needed to execute our ministry plans to see Monroe change one life at a time.
GIVE
HELP US MAXIMIZE EVERY GIFT!
Did you know you can help the church save on credit card processing fees? By choosing automatic bank draft through our church website, your recurring donation goes further. You can also set up recurring check donations through your bank’s online bill pay service, and your bank will mail the checks on your behalf. For help setting this up, or if you have any questions, please reach out to Sue Anderson at SueA@firstmethodistmonroe.com. Every gift matters. Thank you for your generosity and for being a vital part of our church family. Together, we’re continuing the mission of becoming people of Christ.
Online giving is a safe and easy way to invest in all God is doing at First Methodist Monroe as we work towards Becoming People of Christ!
You can set up your giving on a recurring schedule using your bank account or a debit or credit card.
Mail your offering to 3900 Loop Rd. Monroe, LA 71201
SMART PHONE
You can give quickly by texting “GIVE” to 318.217.8383
SUNDAY
Drop off your offering (check or cash) during one of our Sunday services or during the week at the church offices.
WHY SHOULD WE GIVE?
Your faithful giving supports the work of First Methodist Monroe in sharing the life-changing message of Jesus through missions, community outreach, care and support, church planting, and discipleship. Every believer should prayerfully consider the biblical guideline of the tithe (10 percent of income) as a helpful starting point for learning how to give.
“You must each decide in your heart how much to give.
And don’t give reluctantly or in response to pressure.
“For God loves a person who gives cheerfully.”
2 Corinthians 9:7
What does the Bible teach about giving and generosity?
God is the owner (Psalm 24:1, 50:10-12)
We are stewards of what he has entrusted to us (Matthew 25:14-30)
God calls us to give him our first and best as our first priority (Genesis 4:3-5; Proverbs 3:8-9)
God modeled generosity for us by giving his one and only son, Jesus, to die in our place (John 3:16; 2 Corinthians 8:9)
We should start giving now, regardless of our circumstances (2 Corinthians 8:1-3)
We encourage every believer to prayerfully consider the biblical guideline of the tithe (10 percent of income) as a helpful starting point for learning how to give. (Genesis 14:18–20; Malachi 3:8–10; Matthew 23:23)
Every believer can give biblically, regardless of income. The amount is not as important as the heart as one gives regularly, proportionally, generously, sacrificially and cheerfully. (Matthew 6:21; 1 Corinthians 16:1–2; 2 Corinthians 9)
Every healthy church will go through seasons of sacrificial giving, above and beyond regular tithing, to provide for special needs and opportunities. (Exodus 35:4–36:7; Acts 11:27-30).