Giving
For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.
- Matthew 6:21
Why we give.
God is generous and calls us to be as well. What we do with what God has given us shows the world where our hearts are at and helps proclaim the gospel. We want to glorify God with every area of our lives, and that includes what we do with our finances. We appreciate your gift and will do our best to honor the intention of your donation; Session reserves the right to use funds as appropriate to meet the needs of MPC.
Ways To Give
Give Online
You can give online with a one time gift or set up recurring giving by clicking on the "Give Now" or "Give Through PushPay" buttons above. Now you don’t have to worry about remembering your check or catching up on weeks when you’re out of town. And you have complete control—you can modify or halt giving at any time you desire. The church incurs fees associated with credit card and ACH giving. Please consider covering that fee when making your gift.
Give In Person
You can also give in the offering baskets that are passed during services each week, or simply drop it into the offering box in the sound booth located near the sanctuary entrance.
Mail your gift
You can mail your gift, by sending to the following address: Memorial Park Church, 8800 Peebles Rd. Allison Park, PA 15101.. Attention: Kelly Baker
Why give to MPC?
Act of worship: giving is an act of worship.
Support ministry: It's a great and visible way to partner with and financially support the church's work in the community.
Practice stewardship: Giving is a way to acknowledge that everything we have comes from the Lord.
What is a tithe?
Tithe: This comes from the Old English word for "tenth," and is a biblical principle of giving 10% of your income to God (through your local church).
Is giving mandatory?
Not mandatory: Although it’s not required, giving serves as an act of obedience to Biblical principles and confirmation that everything we have comes from the Lord
Encouraged: Financial partnership is needed for MPC to operate and fulfill its mission. We hope that those who are part of the church will choose to give.
How does a church use the money?
Churches use donated funds for a variety of purposes, including supporting ministry, community programs and operational costs.
MPC is transparent about their finances and provide reports on how money is spent.
MPC also has governance that oversees and approves spending – combination of Personnel Committee (all personal related decisions), Fiscal Management Committee (all finance and financial related decisions) and Session (governing board of Elders through which all decisions are ultimately made).
Are church donations tax-deductible?
Yes, church donations are tax-deductible, but there are rules. Certain gifts are not deductible, such as; IRA Distributions, QCD's and those gifts that come through Charitable Trusts.
It's recommended to consult with a tax professional for guidance.
How frequently should I give:
This is a matter of personal preference and your personal financial position. People give weekly, monthly, quarterly and annually. We encourage you to do what is best for your situation. The church has regular bills and is making ongoing decisions on where to put monies that are received. Based on that, giving weekly or monthly is best from the Church’s standpoint.
What is the best way to give?
Online giving is the best and easiest way to give to MPC. It allows for recurring donations to be set up (so your giving is automated (easy for you and predictable for MPC).
What does it cost to give online?
Giving through Credit Cards or ACH will reduce the impact of your gift. Please consider covering these fees when you donate.
What’s the difference between tithes and offerings?
A tithe means giving 10% of one’s income back to God. An offering is any amount given above and beyond the tithe, often directed toward special projects or ministries.
Can I set up recurring giving?
Absolutely! You can schedule recurring gifts weekly, biweekly, or monthly online or through the mobile app—making giving simple and consistent.
What if I have more questions about giving?
We’d love to help. Please contact the Memorial Park Church Finance Office by reaching out to Kelly Baker or Mike Kulmoski or call 412-364-9492.
Act of worship: giving is an act of worship.
Support ministry: It's a great and visible way to partner with and financially support the church's work in the community.
Practice stewardship: Giving is a way to acknowledge that everything we have comes from the Lord.
What is a tithe?
Tithe: This comes from the Old English word for "tenth," and is a biblical principle of giving 10% of your income to God (through your local church).
Is giving mandatory?
Not mandatory: Although it’s not required, giving serves as an act of obedience to Biblical principles and confirmation that everything we have comes from the Lord
Encouraged: Financial partnership is needed for MPC to operate and fulfill its mission. We hope that those who are part of the church will choose to give.
How does a church use the money?
Churches use donated funds for a variety of purposes, including supporting ministry, community programs and operational costs.
MPC is transparent about their finances and provide reports on how money is spent.
MPC also has governance that oversees and approves spending – combination of Personnel Committee (all personal related decisions), Fiscal Management Committee (all finance and financial related decisions) and Session (governing board of Elders through which all decisions are ultimately made).
Are church donations tax-deductible?
Yes, church donations are tax-deductible, but there are rules. Certain gifts are not deductible, such as; IRA Distributions, QCD's and those gifts that come through Charitable Trusts.
It's recommended to consult with a tax professional for guidance.
How frequently should I give:
This is a matter of personal preference and your personal financial position. People give weekly, monthly, quarterly and annually. We encourage you to do what is best for your situation. The church has regular bills and is making ongoing decisions on where to put monies that are received. Based on that, giving weekly or monthly is best from the Church’s standpoint.
What is the best way to give?
Online giving is the best and easiest way to give to MPC. It allows for recurring donations to be set up (so your giving is automated (easy for you and predictable for MPC).
What does it cost to give online?
Giving through Credit Cards or ACH will reduce the impact of your gift. Please consider covering these fees when you donate.
What’s the difference between tithes and offerings?
A tithe means giving 10% of one’s income back to God. An offering is any amount given above and beyond the tithe, often directed toward special projects or ministries.
Can I set up recurring giving?
Absolutely! You can schedule recurring gifts weekly, biweekly, or monthly online or through the mobile app—making giving simple and consistent.
What if I have more questions about giving?
We’d love to help. Please contact the Memorial Park Church Finance Office by reaching out to Kelly Baker or Mike Kulmoski or call 412-364-9492.
What is CCB?
CCB often referred to as MPC Connect is the Church Management Software utilized by Memorial Park Church. CCB stands for Church Community Builder. MPC uses CCB to function as a central hub for the congregation by providing online directories, group management, event calendars and tools for tracking attendance, volunteer coordination and online giving. The software is designed to help church leaders connect with and care for their community by simplifying communication.
Why Give Stocks?
Always begin by consulting your personal tax advisor or estate planner, as everyone’s situation can differ. Currently there is a benefit to donating stock that you have held for longer than a year. Under the IRS rules, you would not have to pay tax on the capital gain on that stock AND you will receive the tax deduction of the full fair market value of the stock (average hi/low on date of donation). A double benefit opportunity for you, while MPC receives the fair market value of the stock in cash when it’s sold. You can also consult your advisors to consider stock donations to MPC as part of your will and estate planning.
