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Church Management Software
March 3, 2026

“Administrative Work Is Eating My Ministry Time”

You didn’t step into ministry to export spreadsheets. Yet somewhere between sermon prep and hospital visits, you became the default data manager. If administrative work is crowding out discipleship, it’s time to pause and rethink your systems.

Written by
Chris Dunagan
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Sermon Prep
December 26, 2024

12 Time-Saving Sermon Preparation Tips for Busy Pastors

Make the most of your time by streamlining your sermon prep. You don't have to skimp on content even when you're saving time. Read on to learn more...

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Tithely
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Leadership
December 21, 2024

A Guide To Creating Core Values For Your Church

Core values play a vital role in shaping your church's identity, guiding decisions, and inspiring unity. When rooted in scripture, your church's core values serve as a guide for staff and congregants.

Written by
Stephen Altrogge
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Church Tech
December 17, 2024

10 Best Church Finance Software for 2026

Technology is making the task of managing finances simpler than ever. Automation, mobile technology, and advanced data filtering are a gift to nonprofit organizations–such as the church–that rely on donations to run. In this article we cover the 10 Best Church Finance software.

Written by
Kelsey Yarnell
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Church Tech
December 16, 2024

Tithely Wrapped 2024: Faith, Hope, and Financial Freedom

Celebrate record-breaking generosity in 2024 with Tithe.ly! Discover inspiring stats, ministry tips, and resources to fuel your impact in 2025.

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Tithely
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Online Giving
December 14, 2024

The Power of Recurring Giving: A Journey of Faith and Stewardship

A message about recurring giving could help your church reach the next level of faith and provision.

Written by
Chris Dunagan
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Sermon Prep
December 14, 2024

12 Powerful Sermon Ideas for 2026

Inspire your congregation with these 12 powerful sermon series ideas to address today's challenges and cultivate spiritual growth.

Written by
Susanna Gonzales
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Generosity
December 13, 2024

Simple (and Authentic!) Ways to Encourage Year-End Giving at Your Church

Discover practical, biblical strategies to inspire generous year-end giving to help build a thriving ministry.

Written by
Susanna Gonzales
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Church Tech
December 11, 2024

Tap-to-Give: A Simple Way to Increase Your Church’s Giving

Tap-to-Give simplifies digital donations for churches, allowing congregations to give easily through their mobile devices.

Written by
Chris Dunagan
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Church Websites
December 11, 2024

Free Websites for Churches and Ministries (With Features & Benefits)

Discover the best free website builders for churches and ministries. Compare top platforms, features, and tips to create your church's online presence today.

Written by
Tithely
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Generosity
December 10, 2024

Our Top 10 Blog Posts of the Year

In 2024, we published over 160 posts on topics ranging from Impactful Opening Prayers to Good Friday and Easter Sunday Bible Verses. In honor of closing out the year well, we rounded up our 10 best posts on Tithely this year.

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Tithely
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Online Giving
December 9, 2024

5 Best Online Giving Platforms for Small Churches

Small churches increasingly utilize online giving platforms to simplify the donation process for congregants and to improve stewardship of tithes, offerings, and the admin's time.

Written by
Stephen Altrogge
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Pastoring
December 7, 2024

Why New Year’s Eve Worship Nights Capture the Hearts of Millennials and Gen Z

New Year’s Eve worship nights resonate deeply with Millennials and Gen Z, offering a meaningful, hope-filled way to enter the new year through community, symbolism, and an authentic encounter with God.

Written by
Susanna Gonzales
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