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Leadership
October 17, 2026

Closing Prayers for Bible Study & Meetings: 30+ Examples

Looking for the right words to close your Bible study, church meeting, or worship service? Explore meaningful closing prayer examples for every occasion, including short prayers, Scripture-based blessings, traditional benedictions, and practical guidance for writing your own.

Written by
Susanna Gonzales
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Discipleship
July 18, 2026

How to Increase Small Group Attendance: Start by Fixing the Friction

Many people want to join a church small group but never do because the process feels too difficult or demanding. Discover practical ways to increase small group attendance by reducing friction, simplifying registration, offering flexible formats, and making community more accessible.

Written by
Susanna Gonzales
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Outreach
July 11, 2026

20 Women's Ministry Ideas for Every Woman in Your Church

Discover 20 creative women's ministry ideas that help churches build authentic community and create meaningful connections for women of every age, personality, and stage of life.

Written by
Susanna Gonzales
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Church Growth
July 7, 2026

7 Ways to Boost Small Group Engagement in Your Church

Small groups are where real ministry happens—if people stay engaged. 7 practical, faith-grounded ways to build a small group culture people don't want to leave.

Written by
Chris Dunagan
Pastor recording a church message for online worship to help homebound church members and remote congregants stay connected with their church community.
Leadership
July 4, 2026

How Pastors Can Support Church Members Who Are Not Able to Attend in Person

Church isn't just for the people sitting in the pews each Sunday. Discover practical ways pastors can support homebound church members, strengthen relationships, and help everyone stay connected to the life of the church.

Written by
Susanna Gonzales
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Product Updates
July 1, 2026

Tithely Product Updates Archive

A timeline of Tithely product updates from past years—giving, church management, and app releases, all in one historical record.

Written by
Tithely
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Leadership
July 1, 2026

How to Raise Up Leaders in Your Church (Without Doing Everything Yourself)

Learn practical, biblical strategies for raising up leaders in your church. Discover how pastors can develop volunteers, build healthy leadership pipelines, and empower others without carrying every responsibility alone.

Written by
Susanna Gonzales
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Church Growth
July 1, 2026

Independence Day in Church: 8 Tips for a Meaningful, Growth-Boosting Sunday Service

With the right preparation, Independence Day can feel like a second Easter. Here's how to plan a service and event your congregation talks about all summer..

Written by
Chris Dunagan
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Church Management Software
June 30, 2026

Is Your Church Ready for Summer? A Pre-Season Checklist for Pastors

Prepare your church for a successful summer with this practical checklist for pastors. Learn how to stabilize giving, schedule volunteers, strengthen kids ministry, improve communication, and plan impactful summer events.

Written by
Susanna Gonzales
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Online Giving
June 29, 2026

How to Increase Church Giving Without Another Stewardship Sermon

Discover practical ways to increase church giving without relying on more stewardship sermons. Learn how financial discipleship, recurring giving, and a better giving experience help churches cultivate lasting generosity.

Written by
Laura Chilengue
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Church Finance
June 23, 2026

How to Create a July 4th Giving Campaign That Inspires Generosity

Most churches think of July 4th as a holiday weekend—not a giving opportunity. But Independence Day naturally inspires gratitude, reflection, and community, making it one of the best times to encourage generosity. Here's how to create a simple July 4th giving campaign that helps close the summer giving gap and fuels ministry impact for the months ahead.

Written by
Chris Dunagan
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Online Giving
June 21, 2026

The Hidden Cost of July 4th Weekend: Why Church Giving Dips and How to Protect It

July 4th weekend can create a predictable drop in church attendance and giving. Discover practical strategies to protect church giving, encourage recurring donations, improve guest follow-up, and keep ministry momentum strong during the summer months.

Written by
Laura Chilengue
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Online Giving
June 20, 2026

Why Church Donation Spreadsheets Fail (And What to Use Instead)

Still tracking church donations in spreadsheets? Learn why spreadsheet-based donation tracking creates reporting, accuracy, and security challenges—and discover what growing churches use instead.

Written by
Stephen Altrogge