Acworth UMC's E-Tithing

Tithing
	Our church is embracing technology and adopting a giving option that may be more convenient for many of our members – the Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) Program. Otherwise called *eTithing*, this will begin June, 2006 and will work in the same manner as electronic bill-paying programs offered by local utilities, insurance and mortgage companies. You choose a donation frequency: semimonthly or monthly. Indicate the tithe or other $ amount you feel led to contribute to your church. Initially, we plan to only designate these toward the General Fund, but in the future we will add other accounts, such as the Capital Fund drive that is planned for FY 2007.
Complete the remainder of the Authorization Form, mail it to the church office or drop it in the offering and the Finance office will arrange for your savings or checking account to be debited as you select. Important Benefits of EFT The Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) program yields very significant benefits for our church and makes life easier for you: The satisfaction of giving to God first. Less work for church volunteers in processing the collections. Less work for the church-member hand-writing checks. A more predictable income flow for the slow summer months at the church. Easier personal budgeting. Safe, fast and easy. In fact, it is less risky than checks, as it cannot be lost, stolen or destroyed in the mail. Traditional Choices Remain All registered members may continue to give their tithes and gifts in the traditional manner using the envelope system. EFT givers may contribute symbolically when the offering plate is passed by dropping in a special *eTithing* card or by writing “EFT” on the pew envelope. Interested? Authorization Form (includes a Question & Answer section) Or go by the church office and receive information from Rev. Don Landen.