Welcome to the weekend, and welcome to the Saturday 7.
Charitable giving is top of mind for many as we enter the last quarter of the year. But sometimes the joy of giving can be overshadowed by impending tax deadlines, urgent appeals from charities, and the holiday rush. If that sounds familiar, a Giving Fund (donor-advised fund) at NCF could help you meet deadlines but still take time to consider where you want to give.
Already have a Giving Fund? Consider opening one to share generosity with your children or grandchildren.
How can churches, nonprofits, and government agencies best serve those living in poverty? Through this fascinating 10-episode series, World News journalists search through American history and examine the current landscape of ministry to those on the streets.
This summer, Xavier (16) started his first job and faithfully tithed from his initial paycheck. Shortly after, he was surprised to receive a gift in the mail – a letter from his pastor with a copy of The Treasure Principle by Randy Alcorn. Xavier was delighted to know that his local church is behind him every step of the way as he begins his very own journey of generosity! Does your church, or your family, have any traditions for the next generation of givers?
What were the motivations and expectations of those serving the poor and homeless 100 years ago, and why did they lead to such effectiveness? Marvin Olasky found almost no historical books to answer this question, so he spent months digging through stacks in the Library of Congress, learning from the work of Christians who came before us.
How beautiful on the mountains are the feet of those who bring good news, who proclaim peace, who bring good tidings, who proclaim salvation, who say to Zion, “Your God reigns!”
Saturday 7 is brought to you by our team at the National Christian Foundation (NCF). We would love to help you create your Giving Strategy, so you can experience more joy and adventure as you pursue a life of generosity. Find an NCF location near you at ncfgiving.com/locations.