Giving

At PFBC we follow some basic principles for giving, teach that it is for all Christians, in accordance with our means. It is to be done cheerfully, sacrificially, as an act of worship, and as a response to God’s grace in our lives.

Learn more about our beliefs on giving and different ways that you can give at Parksville Fellowship Baptist Church below:

  • As with all things in the life of the Christian, the practice of Christian giving and generosity should be in line with what the Scriptures reveal on the topic. To that end, we would direct you to meditate on four specific passages from the New Testament as you consider your giving: Matthew 6:1-4, 1 Corinthians 16:1-2, 2 Corinthians 8:9-15 and 9:6-7.

    A survey of these particular passages will reveal the basic principles we follow for Christian giving, summarized here:

    For All Christians

    The Bible says giving is an expectation of every believer. Jesus said, “when you give,” not “if you give.” (Matt 6:2)

    In accordance with our means

    Our giving is to be in line with the means of an individual or family. (2 Corinthians 8:12, 1 Corinthians 16:2)

    Cheerfully

    Giving is to be done cheerfully and willingly, not grudgingly or under compulsion. (2 Corinthians 9:7)

    Sacrificially

    Followers of Jesus should practice sacrificial giving, noting that sacrifice looks very different for different households. God is not honoured by the amount, but by the sacrifice.

    As an act of worship

    The Bible teaches that our giving should be an act of worship, not for the end of being admired by others, but with the motivation to glorify God and serve his people and mission. (Matt 6:1, 1 Corinthians 16:2)

    As a response to grace

    The generosity we practice in our lives is simply done as a worshipful response to that which has been done for us. Giving as a generous, worshipful response is tied to the generosity of God in the way he has given the mostly costly gift. (2 Corinthians 8:9)

  • Sunday

    You can give in person before or after a gathering on Sunday. Envelopes can be found in the chairs in the Auditorium. There is an offering pillar in the Auditorium & drop boxes in the far corners of the back wall.

    E-Transfer

    You can give via e-transfers by sending it to bookkeeper@pfbc.ca.

    Preauthorized Debit

    You can download this form and submit it to the church for a withdrawal to be made automatically from your bank account.

    Mail

    You can mail your gift to:

    Parksville Fellowship Baptist Church

    550 Pym Street

    Parksville, BC

    V9P 1B6

    Mobile*

    You can now give on your phone via the Church Center App. Mobile giving is linked to your Church Center profile, making it quick and easy.