Agile Church presented four video workshops lasting approximately 45 minutes with corresponding live virtual Q&A on four Saturdays in September, October & November of 2020.
Saturdays @ 9:00 AM
2020 Sept 19 | Oct 3 | Oct 24 | Nov 21
SESSION #1
The Theology of Generosity
SEPTEMBER 19TH
How do we teach, preach and motivate people to live generously?
Are we more or less generous in times of crisis?
How do spiritual leaders motivate positive change in our individualistic society?
How to incorporate year-round teaching & practice on generosity?
SESSION #2
Agile’s Stewardship Principles
OCTOBER 3RD
Unpack generational differences in generosity.
Adapt to the shift from giving to spending.
Separate the budgeting process from stewardship.
Move from annual pledges to automatic recurring giving.
SESSION
#1
The Theology of Generosity
SEPTEMBER 19TH
How do we teach, preach and motivate people to live generously?
Are we more or less generous in times of crisis?
How do spiritual leaders motivate positive change in our individualistic society?
How to incorporate year-round teaching & practice on generosity?
SESSION
#2
Agile’s Stewardship Principles
OCTOBER 3RD
Unpack generational differences in generosity.
Adapt to the shift from giving to spending.
Separate the budgeting process from stewardship.
Move from annual pledges to automatic recurring giving.
SESSION #3
Using Technology to Boost Giving
OCTOBER 24TH
Implement technology to enhance worship and automate electronic giving.
Take practical steps to expand the online reach of your ministry and promote automatic recurring giving as a sign of generosity.
Create a culture of fundraising as a sacred expression of faith.
SESSION #4
Creating an Effective Year-Round Stewardship Plan
NOVEMBER 21ST
Use the church calendar and lectionary for year-round stewardship planning.
Create teams to shift from pledging to automatic recurring giving.
Understand what motivates generosity for different groups of people.
Use technology to communicate effectively with various groups of people.
Schedule seasonal sacred and secular programming for spiritual formation.
Review metrics and adjust approach.
Create and implement a donor response plan.
SESSION
#3
Using Technology to Boost Giving
OCTOBER 24TH
Implement technology to enhance worship and automate electronic giving.
Take practical steps to expand the online reach of your ministry and promote automatic recurring giving as a sign of generosity.
Create a culture of fundraising as a sacred expression of faith.
SESSION
#4
Creating an Effective Year-Round Stewardship Plan
NOVEMBER 21ST
Use the church calendar and lectionary for year-round stewardship planning.
Create teams to shift from pledging to automatic recurring giving.
Understand what motivates generosity for different groups of people.
Use technology to communicate effectively with various groups of people.
Schedule seasonal sacred and secular programming for spiritual formation.
Review metrics and adjust approach.
Create and implement a donor response plan.
About the Presenter
Rev. Dr. Michael S. Piazza
SENIOR PASTOR
Broadway UCC|NYC
Founder & CEO, Agile Church
Rev. Piazza is a native of Georgia, prolific author, and has served churches in Texas, Georgia, Oklahoma, Florida, Connecticut, and, now, New York. He holds bachelor’s degrees in history and psychology from Valdosta State University; a Master of Divinity from the Candler School of Theology at Emory University in Atlanta; and a doctorate from Hartford Seminary, where he is a faculty associate and currently teaches Congregational Renewal. He also is the Founder and President of Agile Church Consulting.
SENIOR PASTOR
Broadway UCC|NYC
Founder & CEO, Agile Church
Rev. Piazza is a native of Georgia, prolific author, and has served churches in Texas, Georgia, Oklahoma, Florida, Connecticut, and, now, New York. He holds bachelor’s degrees in history and psychology from Valdosta State University; a Master of Divinity from the Candler School of Theology at Emory University in Atlanta; and a doctorate from Hartford Seminary. He also is the Founder and President of Agile Church Consulting.
Rev. Michael Piazza is a native of Georgia, prolific author, and has served churches in Texas, Georgia, Oklahoma, Florida, Connecticut, and, now, New York. He holds bachelor’s degrees in history and psychology from Valdosta State University; a Master of Divinity from the Candler School of Theology at Emory University in Atlanta; and a doctorate from Hartford Seminary, where he is a faculty associate and currently teaches Congregational Renewal. He also is the Founder and President of Agile Church Consulting.
