Description of Stewardship Champion/Chairperson
A. Characteristics and Skills
- Man/Woman of God
- Credibility in the congregation
- Passion for financial stewardship (not necessarily the biggest giver)
- A good facilitator
- Sensitivity to differing levels and experiences in financial stewardship
B. Duties
- Help in forming and chairing Stewardship Team
- Lead or facilitate the study of introductory resources with the Stewardship Team (i.e. The Treasure Principle, Firstfruits: A Stewardship Guide for Church Leaders)
- Assist in the development of a stewardship strategy and its implementation
- Facilitate presenting the strategy to the council or the board for approval and adoption
- Develop relations with church committee chairs to involve them in deciding at what program would be available to help their group better understand biblical financial stewardship