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It's a crisis! Isn't it? Discover the critical impact of Indigenous Missionary Organizations in Sahara Desert facing funding challenges. - Limited resources for basic needs, hindered outreach programs, and decreased effectiveness of mission work are just some of the challenges these organizations face without sufficient support. - The reduced aid and support services, halted community development projects. Learn about the importance of support and funding for these organizations and how you can make a difference through: - advocacy, - donations, - fundraising, and - volunteer opportunities. Together, we can support and sustain the vital work of indigenous missionaries in the Sahara Desert. Find out more at: https://royalmission.org. #IndigenousMissions #SupportSaharaDesertMissions #FundingImpact #MakeADifference https://royalmission.org

Why a Bridge? One of the interesting stories I heard during my wide consultations before starting Elim House Missions is about missionaries visiting churches to speak to the congregation with hopes of raising (mostly financial) support. Where the church authorities permit the missionaries to address the congregation, an offering would typically be taken afterward for the missionaries. However, in some (or many?) cases, only a small part of such offerings (50% or less) would be given to the missionaries while the church would keep the rest. The missionaries would be informed that the church pastor is also a missionary. I am not claiming that this happens most of the time, but from what I heard, it has happened and probably still happens. As much as I appreciate churches supporting missionaries as a unit, I am of the view that it doesn't make for effective support; at least not the way it is mostly run. By "...the way it is mostly run", I mean a situation where a 'missions offering' is taken and general prayers raised periodically to support missionaries. My argument is: 1. Such offerings quickly become merely ceremonial. Church members are not giving with awareness of a real need. They give because they were asked and so don't give much. 2. Research has shown that only about 0.1% of all Christian giving is directed toward mission efforts in the 38 most unevangelized countries. This general statistic gives a slight indication of just how much of the typical offering actually goes to missions. 3. There is a vast number of interdenominational missionaries who are not sponsored by a denomination or church. Giving in churches tends to go (if at all) only to the missionaries under the church's payroll, leaving a large population of missionaries unsupported. 4. There is a difference between support for the mission work and support for the missionary. Here's a question: compared to the number of times you have given towards buying Bibles or building a local church on a mission field (etc.), how many times have you given towards the feeding or schooling of children of missionaries? 5. Supporting missionaries is more than giving money. Many Christians are so far removed from missionaries that if you ask them to pray for missionaries, they draw blank. There is no real burden in their hearts because they are not aware of the needs of missionaries. These are some reasons Elim House Missions operates as a bridge of love, care, welfare, and support between Christians and missionaries. Our model allows us to aggregate the resources our partners provide but also allows our partners to have direct interactions with the missionaries. This way, there is a real connection, making the support our partners provide more than a chore or mere ceremony. Our partners enjoy the privilege of seeing the real impact they make in the lives and families of the missionaries we support. Join us at https://lnkd.in/d2jPB9Mk

We are always deeply grateful for Native Americans in Philanthropy’s contributions to the philanthropic space, including educational posts like this. Using correct terminology is critical to disrupting dehumanization. Reposted from Native Americans in Philanthropy's page: Native American? Native? Indigenous? ⁠ ⁠ Because terminology for Indigenous people is complex, personal, and nuanced, it is crucial to center Indigenous voices when learning how to respectfully reference Native nations and Indigenous communities. This includes understanding the differences between names Indigenous people claim for themselves, and the ones given to them by a broader culture. ⁠ ⁠ Visit our blog to learn more about Indigenous terminology ➡️ nativephilanthropy.org ⁠ #WeAreIndigenous #Native #NativeAmerican #Indigenous ⁠#NativeHeritage #IndigenousHeritage #MoreThanADay #Philanthropy #DisruptingDehumanization #ThrivingCommunities #ThrivingYouth

🚨 Research note of the WEEK! 🚨 Faith-based Fundraising and Engagement in Post-Communist Czech Republic 📄 In the Czech Republic, religiosity is decreasing, and distrust in church institutions is on the rise. Despite this, volunteerism and revenue have consistently increased for Caritas Czech Republic’s primary fundraising initiative. This study explores religiosity and trust in the church in the context of fundraising and volunteerism for faith-based organizations in post-communist Czech Republic. Caritas Czech Republic’s door-to-door Three Kings Collection (TKC) fundraiser communicates a religious message yet has increased volunteerism and revenues annually. One reason for success may be that Czech society can distinguish between institutional church distrust and the social services Caritas provides. For Caritas, fundraising is part of a larger mission to connect society. ✒Author(s): Jakub Dostál - College of Polytechnics, Jihlava | Vladimír Hyánek – Masaryk University 📝 The Research note is written by Peter Stemp from La Salle Foundation. 🔔 More research notes! These and more research notes are published on our website: https://lnkd.in/e5uuPydM 💡 Do you want to become a practitioner expert? For more information and to sign up: https://lnkd.in/gE8J5Dck 👉 Follow us on LinkedIn to get regular insights from research on philanthropy in Europe. #faithbasedphilanthropy #religiosity #civicengagement #volunteering #philanthropy #faith #religion #church #fundraising #engegement #CzechRepublic

Missional Church Defined: Unveiling the Missionary Nature of God Ever wondered how a missional church can transform communities and impact lives? Join me as we explore the powerful concept of a missional church, its significance in today's world, and practical ways to embody its principles. Discover how embracing a missional mindset can revolutionize your church's outreach efforts and foster genuine connections within your community. Are you ready to embark on this inspiring journey of faith in action?Key TakeawaysEmbrace the concept of a missional church by understanding its purpose and focus on serving others.Recognize that living a missional life involves aligning with the missionary nature of God and sharing His love with the world.Implement active engagement strategies to actively participate in the missional movement, such as community involvement and outreach programs.Overcome challenges in missional living by staying committed, adapting to changing circumstances, and seeking support from like-minded individuals.Draw inspiration from success stories of missional churches that have made a significant impact in their communities through their dedication to serving others.Stay informed about the future of the missional church movement to adapt and evolve your... #Uncategorized

Throughout history congregations have played a significant role in developing philanthropy, teaching people to give, supporting program development, and serving communities in unique ways. As we continue to see changing religiosity in the U.S., giving to religion continues to decline according to Giving USA Foundation. Yet as noted in Inside Philanthropy, the numbers may not tell the whole story as giving to religion is narrowly defined to "congregations, religious media and missionary societies." Some speculate that religious giving could be as high as 73% if it counted giving to faith-based organizations like Islamic Relief USA, or The Salvation Army. #religiousgiving #philanthropymatters

Towards a New #Philanthropy: How do we build together from the demand for an end to genocide towards a collective call for the safety, dignity, and freedom of the Palestinian people? #Funders4Palestine https://lnkd.in/gp7cfpVq

The way donors give to churches ⛪️ and nonprofits is changing and if you want to continue to generate the support your church needs to live out its mission, you need to keep pace 💵. With these powerful insights, stats and trends, you’ll be equipped to cash in on online giving, recurring donations and more 🖥️♻️. Follow the link to learn how. https://bit.ly/3X70HdF

🔸 When we interviewed Londoners, most of them agreed that those who are “well off” should give to those less fortunate. But what does “well off” actually mean when put into context of the entire world? We spoke to an economist. 🔸 #EffectiveGiving #Economy #Philanthropy #GlobalHealth