Giving FAQs

 

How does NorthRidge Church ensure that financial Gifts are appropriately used?

NorthRidge Church is a member in good standing of the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA). As such, all aspects of church governance and fiduciary responsibilities are submitted to the ECFA for an annual approval.

NorthRidge Church employs a non-aligned Accounting Firm to perform a formal annual financial Audit of the past year’s financial transactions. This Audit is submitted directly to an Elder Board for their review and approval.

NorthRidge Church uses state-of-the-art accounting Software (BlackBaud) for security, accuracy and generation of Budgets and Financial Reports for internal use and external reporting. NorthRidge Church has a formal Annual Budget, Elder approved, that fully addresses the Vision, Purpose, Values and Strategies of the Church. All budgeted items are in alignment with the stated goals and objectives of the ministries of NorthRidge Church.

Why should I give to the ministries of NorthRidge Church?

  • I am committed to furthering the Kingdom of God through the ministries of NorthRidge Church.
  • I have seen, or have heard, that lives change, eternally, through the ministries of NorthRidge Church.
  • I know that all that I have belongs to God. I am responsible for making certain that the ‘talents’ that He gave me are invested well. Investing in changed lives at NorthRidge Church is an eternal investment.
  • I attend NorthRidge Church and know that my support of the ministries of my church is a biblical requirement . [Malachi 3:16]

What do I need to do to begin Online Giving?

Click the Online Giving button below, create an account and you are ready to begin online giving.

Are electronic contributions risky?

The safety and security of your gifts are processed by the best-in-class e-security available. Electronic funds transfers are regulated by the Federal Reserve and are less risky than checks because electronic contributions cannot be lost or stolen. This process has an extremely high rate of accuracy.

When will the contribution be deducted from my account?

Contributions will be deducted at your scheduled request. Processing may take up to seven days.

Without canceled checks, what can I use as a record of my contributions?

In addition to church records, your bank statement provides you with a list of automatic transactions. NRC will continue to provide you with annual contribution reports. You can also review your past contributions online!

I currently receive contibution envelopes by mail, will I continue receiving them?

Enrollment in the Online Giving program will discontinue the mailing of envelopes. It may take one mailing cycle.

Making Changes!

What do I need to do if I want to increase or change my contribution amount? Once you are logged in, you can make any changes you like.

What is needed when I change accounts or banking institutions? Once you are logged in, you can make any changes you like.

What do I need to do to suspend my Contributions? Once you are logged in, you can increase or decrease your amount. You can edit or delete any previously, or currently, scheduled contributions.

How can I contact the church?

Call the Business Office directly at 734.414.7777.

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