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Ready to finish the year strong? In just a few days, Jim Sheppard will be hosting Kick-Start Year-End, a free 30-minute webinar series designed to help you develop a culture of generosity that will set the stage for a successful year-end giving campaign. Each session will be packed with practical steps you can implement right away to boost generosity in your church. Register now! https://lnkd.in/ezMJiTwi — Webinar Dates:  Monday, Sept. 23 @ 12 pm ET - Crafting a Clear Theology of Giving Wednesday, Sept. 25 @ 12 pm ET - Sharing Your Personal Giving Journey Friday, Sept. 27 @ 12 pm ET - Creating Compelling Giving Moments

54% of Christians report reading the Bible less than once a month, if at all. Join us for the latest episode of the Next Sunday podcast, as Jim and Frank discuss how to approach and interpret the Bible, especially when understanding finances, giving, and generosity. It should be more than just finding convenient answers to our own preconceived ideas. By looking at biblical principles, we aim to inspire more meaningful engagement with scripture and, through that, a deeper relationship with God. Listen Now 🎙 https://lnkd.in/eEVMNEGv

Taylor University has just made the public announcement of its historic 'Life to the Full’ campaign, one of the largest campaigns ever undertaken by a Christian University. Generis extends its heartfelt congratulations to President Michael Lindsay, VP Mike Falder, and the outstanding team at Taylor University for the incredible progress to date! - “A historic initiative to raise $500 million to fund the University’s strategic plan, Taylor Thrives… the life to the full campaign will provide enhanced resources to grow its circle of learners by 25% in the coming years and fulfill its vision to be the leading Christ-centered, student-focused university.”  Read More Here: https://lnkd.in/gvgY5Ysz

Who gives the most to churches? The answer may surprise you! In the first episode of the Next Sunday podcast, we explore how Millennials and Gen Z are reshaping the giving game and how to effectively engage these younger generations. Listen now on Apple or Spotify. https://lnkd.in/eFvp3Nti https://lnkd.in/eZhaNGEW

Drumroll, please! We're delighted to welcome Lauren Wright to the Generis team! With 15 years of expertise in church and nonprofit communications, Lauren's journey from serving on executive teams to directing major campaigns has been nothing short of inspiring. Her heart for impactful ministry and experience with global initiatives make her a perfect fit for our team. Join us in extending a warm welcome to Lauren as she embarks on this exciting new chapter with us!

The podcast is live!! Episode 1 - The Biggest Mistake Pastors Make with GenZ - is available on Apple, Spotify and YouTube. Give it a listen and let us know what you think! Next Sunday, hosted by Frank Bealer and Jim Sheppard, is more than just a podcast — this is your community of forward-thinking church leaders looking to make a meaningful impact not only today but for years to come. Our conversations create every church leader’s field guide for bridging generations, cultivating generosity, and inspiring change in the church. Every other week, you can expect candid discussions, insightful interviews with special guests and practical tips you can apply to your congregation to start shaping your church of tomorrow, today. We embrace challenges, celebrate victories, and aren’t afraid to ruffle a few feathers along the way, because what happens next Sunday could change everything. https://lnkd.in/eFvp3Nti https://lnkd.in/e7y3mzVK

Big news! We're beyond thrilled to introduce Broderick Santiago as the newest addition to the Generis family! Broderick's exceptional leadership in church consulting, paired with his passion for community impact, aligns perfectly with our mission. As Lead Pastor of Mosaic Church, he's demonstrated unwavering dedication to transformative change. Welcome to the team, Broderick!

Church leaders, let's delve deeper into a fundamental truth: money isn't solely about finances; it's intertwined with our spirituality, as evident in the scriptures. How can we effectively communicate this to our congregation and address the state of our hearts? Our latest blog post, 'Two Things Every Church Knows About Money', offers invaluable insights. Read More Here: https://lnkd.in/e6mzySZr

TEAM SPOTLIGHT // Meet Dr. Carla Maxwell Ray! 🌟 Carla shines as a visionary leader, specializing in generosity coaching, fundraising, strategic planning, and nonprofit management. From large churches to small nonprofits, Carla's expertise empowers others to achieve their visions. Her mission is to glorify God by by utilizing her gifts to envision possibilities, to inspire others to unleash their potential, and fund their dreams for their lives, churches, and organizations. Carla truly inspires us all here at Generis! CARLA'S FUN FACTS: Favorite Vacation Spot - Paris, France 🗺 Favorite Date Night Spot - Blues Alley 💕 Favorite Author - Valerie Tripp 📖 Most Likely Watching - Innovative Thought Leaders 📺

In this episode, we sit down with Jim Sheppard, CEO of Generis, and hear his interview from the last Healthy Church Summit on maximizing year-end giving campaigns. In this interview, we discuss: • The significance of messaging in successful campaigns. • How to set goals for year-end giving based on giver behaviors. • Shifting the focus from transactional giving to forming and shaping individuals. • Practical steps and tools to prepare for a successful year-end campaign. Listen/watch as we dive into how to maximize your year-end giving! 🎧 Apple: https://apple.co/3RavYsM 📺 YouTube: https://bit.ly/3JwFnsP 🎙️ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3H6a0Ct