| Frequently Asked Questions About Automatic Giving Q: What is automatic giving? A: Automatic giving is an automatic transfer program that allows you to make contributions without writing checks. Q: What is the advantage of automatic giving? A: You can prioritize your giving within your budget. You can increase your faithfulness to God. It will save you time. You also help the church stabilize its budget. Q: How is my automatic giving withdrawn from my account? A: Once you authorize the transfer, your specified contribution is electronically transferred directly from your checking or savings account to the church’s account. Q: When will my contribution be withdrawn from my account? A: On the date that you select. You never have to worry about forgetting a contribution. Q: If I do not write checks, how do I keep my checkbook balance straight? A: Since your contribution is made at a pre-established time, you simply record it in your check register on the appropriate date. Q: Without a canceled check, how can I prove I made my contribution? A: First Baptist Church will include your automatic gifts on your giving statement, and your bank statement gives you an itemized list of electronic transfers. Q: Is automatic (electronic) giving risky? A: Electronic giving is less risky than check contribution. It cannot be lost, stolen or destroyed in the mail. It has an extremely high rate of accuracy. Q: What if I change bank accounts? A: Notify the Church Office and we will give you a new authorization form to complete. Q: How much does automatic giving cost? A: It costs you nothing and it saves you time. Q: What if I try automatic giving and don’t like it? A: You can cancel your authorization by notifying us at any time. To cancel, simply fill out a second form and check the “Discontinue Automatic Withdrawal of Funds” box. Q: How do I sign up for automatic giving? A: Complete and sign the authorization form and return it to the Church Office along with a voided check or savings deposit slip. This can be mailed, brought to the Church Office, or dropped in the offering plate at any church service. |