Barnabas Foundation

Testimonials

Following are some of the comments expressed by grateful pastors and church leaders who have used our materials and applied the principles of biblical stewardship in their own churches.

"Instead of a church program we got a ministry. The most significant catalyst for change was that it gave leadership a focal point around which to aim its energies. I dare say the church will never be the same – in every good way – because of it."

Third Christian Reformed Church, Zeeland, MI (pastor)

“Barnabas Foundation has significantly changed the way I approach sermons on giving. I used to dread bringing these kinds of messages; now I actually look forward to them. I’m not trying to raise money. I’m encouraging people to draw near to God through the joy of generosity."

Ferrysburg Community Church, Spring Lake, MI (pastor)

Barnabas Foundation has enabled us to speak openly and positively about our giving. Teaching on giving has not been saddled with the negative message of ‘we’re in a hole and need you to get us out of it.’ We have moved to pledge-based giving and budgeting, which has enabled us to be more intentional in our giving and to plan our budget based on realistic expectations."

Immanuel Christian Reformed Church, Sheldon, IA (pastor)

“Barnabas Foundation helped our church gain a heightened awareness of serving those in need, which was the impetus for developing two new ministries.”

                                                                  First Christian Reformed Church, Fremont MI (stewardship chair)

 “We really appreciate Barnabas Foundation’s holistic approach to stewardship – that it’s not just about treasure, but also our time and talents as well. The program helped us understand that God has given us abundant resources to share with the world.”

Alton Reformed Church, Alton, IA (stewardship team member)

“People in our church have experienced growth in all aspects of stewardship - increased financial giving, personal spiritual growth, and overall awareness and embracing of stewardship in our everyday lives. Barnabas Foundation has truly been a blessing for our church.”

                                                      Ferrysburg Community Church, Spring Lake, MI (stewardship chair) 

“Barnabas Foundation helped us move from a ‘per member/family’ giving guideline to giving as one is blessed of the Lord - that was good for us."

First Christian Reformed Church, Fremont, MI (pastor)

“Barnabas Foundation has given us wonderful tools to encourage us as a congregation to use our time, talents and treasures. Through these tools, the church budget is being met without a problem, 100 percent of our ministry shares are being paid, and well over 75 percent of the people in our congregation are actively involved in some ministry or volunteer area in the church or outside the church.”                                                                                         

Noordeloos Christian Reformed Church, Holland, MI (pastor)

"Barnabas Foundation has definitely helped give people an awareness of stewardship and what it means. At first there was a bit of reluctance because people thought stewardship meant grabbing for their pocketbooks. But we don't hear that anymore as people are seeing that time and talents are also part of the equation.”

Reeman Christian Reformed Church, Fremont, MI (stewardship chair)

"Our interest in stewardship was not born out of a desperate need but rather a feeling that we could be doing more to learn about and encourage our congregation to be intentional about their stewardship responsibilities. The impact of our experience with Barnabas Foundation has been very positive and long-lasting. For example, we now have an active group that meets monthly to plan activities to remind our members to make wise use of their time, talent, and treasure."

Third Christian Reformed Church, Zeeland, MI (stewardship chair)