When someone asks your church for financial assistance, how should you respond?

Many churches wrestle with this question in their benevolence ministries. Do you cut a check? Pray for them and send them on their way? We know there are no easy answers when it comes to effective poverty alleviation. However, the right philosophy, tools, and supportive community can equip your congregation to get to root issues and walk in humble relationship with those you serve as you seek restoration– together. Join True Charity and The Chalmers Center, the group behind the bestselling book When Helping Hurts, as we discuss best practices for healthy benevolence ministries. We’ll talk about wise policies, helpful tools your church can use, and strategies for training mercy ministry volunteers on how to respond to requests.