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In a continuation of our Leadership and Church Administration series, the Center for Leadership Excellence presents Ways to Give,<\/em> a webinar with Jen Swindell, Russ Davison, and Mary Frances McClure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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In today\u2019s digital age, with many people not carrying cash or checks, offering online giving can make a difference in helping visitors and members become new donors. This practical workshop will walk you through the first steps of setting up online giving, explore different platforms and best practices, and help you avoid common pitfalls. You\u2019ll leave with a comparison of some of the most popular platforms and some templates for promoting online giving and inviting people to give in this new way. Whether you\u2019re just beginning or looking to optimize your system, this session will equip you with the tools and confidence to take your church\u2019s giving online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Leadership and Church Administration<\/strong><\/em>
Ways to Give: Getting Started with Digital Stewardshi<\/strong><\/em>p<\/em><\/strong>
with Jen Swindell, Russ Davison, Mary Frances McClure<\/strong>
Thursday, November 14, 10am\u201311am ET<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Jen Swindell<\/strong> is an ordained deacon with a passion for the internet and evangelism. She has helped hundreds of churches, large and small, to tell their story, increase engagement, and welcome new people well. She is currently serving at North Raleigh UMC as the Pastor of Evangelism and Communications.  <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Russ Davidson<\/strong> was a CPA for about 30 years, both in public practice and in private industry, and now serves as the business administrator at North Raleigh UMC, where he has been a member for about 12 years. Prior to joining the staff at NRUMC, he served as chair of the finance committee in addition to our endowment committee.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Mary Frances<\/strong>\u00a0McClure<\/strong> serves alongside the good folks of Moyock United Methodist Church, just south of Chesapeake Virginia. She loves her family, her dogs, and Jesus.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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