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Well the word used is "claiming". So, by claiming the giving on our taxes we see it as a way of announcing or stating, "this is how much we gave". Our thoughts are somewhat connected to the verse about not letting your right hand know what your left hand is doing, though that verse is not about tithing specifically. I always hesitate to include this as part of our reason b/c I'm actually afraid of appearing confrontational. It's part of our personal beliefs about giving. We feel it is a matter between us and God, not the government, or the church.
I have no idea if charitable contributions can add up to deductions since Dh takes care of taxes, but it's not something we take into account anyway.
We also don't claim money given to the local wildlife rehab center or donations to a local children's home --- none of our charitable contributions are claimed. And I especially get annoyed when groups (Christian or otherwise) use tax deductions as a way of talking people into giving. They are obviously trying to use a benefit to entice people into giving. But, that's a whole separate issue. I also don't like the idea of groups giving 'gifts' to their contributors. If I want to contribute to a cause I'm doing it b/c I believe in it, not so I can get a trinket. I'd rather they not spend contribution money on 'gifts' to give as rewards. Now I've gone off on a tngent....sorry.:blushing:
:iagree: with all this. Not saying "IT'S THE LAW". But this is how we feel about it also. :001_smile:
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We don't claim it on our taxes either so that's why I didn't understand the purpose of the treasurer keeping a record. I'm not saying it's bad to claim your contributions on your taxes, just saying we don't and thats why I wasn't familiar with the in and outs of it.
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I don't know why t he treasurer evens needs to keep a record of who gives what? It just seems like it would cause more harm than good. The only way anyone would know what you gave a certain week at our church is if you happen to write a check that week. After service two different people count the money and one of them deposits it in the bank. End of story. Of course, I'm used to smaller congregations.
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I think any smaller church would emphasize it less. There aren't as many bills.
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Those of you who tithe and say that your church will help you financially if you need it, would you still feel comfortable doing so if your church had no such program to help those in need? Perhaps that is my disconnect here? Our church has nothing to support parishioners in need. We have the weekly offering which goes to operating expenses, the building fund which goes to the new sanctuary they built, and monthly charity Sunday where they pick a community charity to collect for. Occasionally, they will ask for donations to help the Hispanic congregation. But, there is nothing in place to help the English-speaking congregation. We have wondered if we didn't wander into the wrong economic bracket when we chose a church.
I would not go to a church that expected 10% of my income and only/mainly used it to maintain the "building".
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I got pregnant and dropped out of college when I was 20. That had to throw a small dagger of...if not disappointment then raw panic.
This is exactly me...except I was 18. My mom was :confused::confused::confused:.
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Sure I did, and they dissappointed me too.
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Memoria Press
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Harrison was the first thing that popped into my mind. I also like Graham. Montgomery also came to mind.
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That just makes me sad...
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Hire a cleaning lady the first week!
This is my biggest worry! :lol:
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It's apparently my bedtime. I read your question as, "How to explain reasons to spay/neuter children.
I did the same thing! :eek: :lol::lol::lol:
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I went to school with a Kendall. But I like Keeton better. Just my personal opinion, but I wouldn't swap a "C" for a "K".
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Anyone at the GHC in Cincinnati this weekend and can give me a report? How is attendance? I'm planning on going tomorrow to shop in exhibit hall. :bigear:
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We use and really like Thompson Chain Reference Bibles.
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My reason was it is a "Been there, done that" sort of thing.
:iagree: I've been to the Cincy convention the past two years. I wanted to go this year, but when I saw the workshops schedule I was glad I didn't register. I've already heard all the workshops I'm interested in. I thought they needed a bit more variety from past years. I am planning to just drive up on Saturday and pay to get in the vendor hall.
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Personally, I would be bothered that the church was charging such a high price at all, especially to a member. At my church, we are allowed to rent any space for free as long as no one else has booked it and we clean up when we are finished.
:iagree: I was shocked that the church was charging such a high price to a member. :glare:
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:lol: Looks about like our family.. he is all grins and I'm miserable! :lol:
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Happy he is found! Hope the family can work through this situation together. :grouphug:
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I'm coming up Saturday just to shop in the exhibit hall.
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No, I wouldn't pay that much for a pet.
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I have no experience in this area...but have heard people suggest AAS for phonics instruction.
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What is AAS?
All About Spelling
If your church does NOT teach tithing...
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Wow. That's irresponsible. When the church has that much debt it just gives me the impression that they've turned the church into a business. :glare: