Giving is certainly not a requirement of attending our church.  We encourage giving primarily as a way to grow spiritually. On the other hand, we do have expenses as a church.  We don’t expect anyone to give because they “feel like they have to.” The most important thing for us at Cornerstone UMC is that we are living our faith as authentically as possible according to Scripture.  We want to provide an environment where people are meeting Jesus and growing in their relationship with Him. Financial giving is a practical way to partner with us to help make this happen! Your giving is also a way for you to give thanks to God for the blessings in your life, and give some of it back for God’s purposes.