“Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.”
The first mention of giving in the Bible is when Abram gives a tenth to Melchizedek, the priest, in faith and thanksgivings for the blessing of God on his life. (Gen 14:20)
We learn from Malachi that the key to God releasing the blessing of heaven in our lives and those around us is rooted in giving (Mal 3:10-12).
In the New Testament Jesus affirms the tithe (Mt 23:23), and Paul teaches extravagant generosity (2 Cor 9:6-15); and in Acts we see the church living out this thankful generous lifestyle.
We believe we start with giving 10% of our income into the general funds of the church which resources the church to operate as it is called to be and do all the Holy Spirits leads us to do… this includes Sunday services, children, youth; Pastoral and support staff (1 Tim 5:18), and provisions to those in need.
From time to time we also take up special offerings maybe for an immediate cause, a building or a missions opportunity… whatever the need we want to be a thankful generous people justas the churhc of the book of Acts.
We believe God wants to bless His people in every area of their lives which includes our finances so that they can be generous on every occasion which will result in thanksgiving to God (2 Cor 9:11).
There are a number of ways you can give:
If you are a UK taxpayer then please complete the GiftAid declaration which enables us to cliam back from the government an extra 20p for every £1 given
East Gate Church is a registered charity (no. SCO30399) and is therefore subject to the regulations of OSCR.
The church’s trustees have financial and legal responsibility for the running and oversight of the church.
Our accounts are prepared annually and regular financial updates are available to church members on request.
Thank you for supporting the work of the mission of our church.