Church Giving 2025

Church leaders need to know generosity trends in 2025. That’s the starting point for this discussion. Then it will get really up-close and personal as Brad talks about how to inform, inspire, and equip for giving that exceeds your budgeted income. Beyond budgeted income? Really? How realistic is it for a church to exceed budgeted income?

Church leaders work hard to project income based on historic patterns, and add a good level of faith to project a larger increase. Brad will show how giving can go above that budget.

About the Author: Brad Leeper

With over 30 years of financial stewardship experience, Brad has devoted his career to helping churches and nonprofits cultivate and strengthen their stewardship culture. For 23 years, he was a key leader at Generis, serving as both Principal and President for 11 of those years. Now, as Principal with Ministry Essentials, he continues to coach organizations to build strong stewardship cultures and fulfill their God-given missions. Passionate about helping churches accelerate their visions, particularly during times of change and financial complexity, he takes a forward-thinking approach to guiding congregations of all sizes and forms across the U.S. His focus is on enhancing both the practical and spiritual aspects of stewardship, supporting leaders as they grow and evolve. Brad holds a Master’s in Theology and brings a wealth of expertise in areas such as stewardship coaching, capital projects, major gift development, and giver communication.