First Church did a reverse offering for the first time in 2017. ... “Giving the congregation the opportunity to participate in the good work that is done with the Deacons Fund just felt right.

Within 24 hours, Emmanuel Church raised $24,000 through their online giving portal and text giving. They proceeded to more than double their goal in just a few weeks, raising $113,000.

Giving to the local church isn't merely one good option among many. It's an imperative for every Christian. Our church auditorium is called "the living room" because it is where our family gathers.

Pastor Marvin Sapp speaks out in defense of urging congregants to collectively give $40,000 during a church service. Business. ... of locking in his congregation and calling for an offering.

So, we are not collecting the offerings in our church. Also, to help our members during this period, we are distributing food to those who need it every first Sunday of the month.

DEROSE: Beautiful help that comes in a variety of forms from giving money to offering a place to sleep, to sharing music. MIA RUHMAN: Singing with other people is the most intimate thing.

While it dates back to 1886, Walker Church’s first big reinvention came in the late 1960s, after its congregation collapsed during years of shifting demographics and flight to the suburbs.