Generosity and Giving
As Christians we believe in a God who gives generously to his people. Our giving is a response of worship, a key part of discipleship, and necessary if we are to resource the vision we believe God has placed on our hearts as a church. Thank you to everyone who has contributed to the life of St Leonard's.
In the video below, Mike Smith (one of our churchwardens) outlines the vision, the nature of the challenges we face and encourages us to respond generously.
Supporting the work of St Leonard's
Regular Giving
St Leonards relies on regular giving to fund its mission and service. It costs over £200k per year to run the church. Approximately 100 adults worship at St Leonards across all services. That means we need all members to prayerfully consider what sacrificial giving would be in their situation. The Bible consistently talks about tithing (giving 10% of your income) as a baseline for our giving. Whilst we appreciate Christians support causes other than their church we need to all recognise that this is all our responsibility.
- Parish Giving Scheme: if you give regularly please give via the parish giving scheme. To learn more please watch the video below. You can either:
- give online (with Gift Aid if you are eligible).
- collect a form from Church to post direct to 'Parish Giving Scheme'
- Contactless: there are QR codes placed on the backs on the pews in Church that you can scan with a smartphone.
- Cheque: made payable to "Wollaton PCC". Please place them in the collection bag or plate near the entrance
- Cash: can be placed in the collection bag or plate near the entrance
If you are a taxpayer, please do consider Gift Aid. There are Gift Aid envelopes in the pews, the porch and at entrances for cheques / cash. For standing orders, there is a box to tick. Gift Aid allows us to claim an extra 25p for every £1 you give. It will not cost you any extra.
Leaving a Legacy
Historically gifts left in wills have had a significant impact on the life of our church. For example they have funded our Children and families minister for the past 3 years. Significant repairs to our beautiful building were also funded this way. If you are considering leaving a legacy to St Leonards you may like to chat in confidence with the church Treasurer or a member of the clergy. Additional information is available from these resources.