When summer arrives, church attendance often takes a noticeable dip. Families head out on vacation, weekends fill up with activities, and the usual rhythm of church involvement slows down. Unfortunately, when attendance drops, giving often follows—creating financial pressure right when your church needs to keep ministry momentum going.

At INJOY Stewardship Solutions, we understand how crucial financial stability is for sustaining the work God has called your church to do. The good news? With a few intentional strategies, you can navigate the “summer slump” and keep generosity strong—even when your congregation is scattered.

1. Promote Recurring Giving

Recurring giving is one of the simplest ways to smooth out seasonal dips in generosity. Many people want to give consistently, but when they’re traveling or out of routine, it’s easy to forget.

Make It Simple to Start:

• Teach on planned generosity as a biblical principle (see 1 Corinthians 16:2).
• Simplify the setup process for recurring giving through your church’s website or app.
• Share a quick video or live demo to show how easy it is to sign up.

2. Leverage Digital Giving Options

If your church relies mainly on in-person offerings, you could be missing out on a significant portion of summer giving. Digital tools allow people to stay engaged and support the mission—even from the beach or the ballfield.

How to Expand Digital Giving:

• Highlight online giving options through your website, app, or text-to-give platform.
• Regularly mention digital giving during services, emails, and social media posts.
• Create a simple “how-to” tutorial to remove any barriers for first-time users.

3. Keep the Vision Alive—Even When Attendance Drops

People don’t give to needs; they give to vision. Even if your sanctuary isn’t full, your mission is still active. Remind your congregation how their generosity fuels ministry impact.

Ways to Cast Vision This Summer:

• Share stories of lives being changed through your church’s ministries.
• Send weekly updates via email or text with encouragement and highlights.
• Post pre-recorded video messages from your pastor or leadership team to keep people connected.

4. Continue Discipleship Around Generosity

Giving isn’t just about meeting a budget—it’s about growing as faithful stewards and trusting God with our resources. Keep the conversation about biblical stewardship going all summer long.

Practical Ideas:

• Preach a short sermon series on generosity before summer kicks off.
• Share a podcast, devotional, or book recommendation on financial stewardship.
• Send weekly giving encouragements or scripture-based reflections via email or social media.

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Don’t Let Summer Slow Your Church Down
Your church doesn’t have to struggle through the summer months. By focusing on recurring giving, embracing digital tools, and keeping your vision front and center, you can maintain financial health and keep your mission moving forward year-round.

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