We believe Giving is an essential part of spiritual formation. The Bible teaches that giving of our time, talents and treasure is an active expression of our faith. Jesus taught more about this subject than any other, and Paul gives believers the command to “do good, to be rich in good deeds, and to be generous and willing to share. In this way you may take hold of life that is truly Life. (I Timothy 6:18-19 NIV)
Westminster Chapel has provided a variety of convenient ways that you can give, other than traditional cash and checks. Electronic giving, where your checking or savings account is automatically debited for your contribution, and on-line banking through your own financial institution or personal financial software are both timely and cost saving for the church. A third way to support your church is through on-line giving using your credit card. Westminster Chapel has made every effort to ensure these methods are safe and secure.
1. Electronic Giving is a safe, convenient way to contribute recurring gifts. To sign up for electronic giving, where your bank account is automatically debited for the frequency, amount and duration of your gifts:
• Complete an authorization form. You may obtain one from the church office.
• Attach a cancelled check
• Mail form and cancelled check to Westminster Chapel, with “Attention: Tim Huffman”.
2. To use On-line Banking via Bill Pay, Microsoft Money or Quicken…
• Select payee (Westminster Chapel; 13646 NE 24th St; Bellevue, WA 98005; Phone 425-747-1461)
Note: This payee will need to be set up the first time it is used.
• Enter the amount to be donated
• Enter the account number where you would like your gift to go
General Offering 00102201
Benevolence 00200103
Next Chapter 09300103
Submit
3. To give on-line through a credit card, click here and then follow the instructions. You may also give appreciated stock, real estate, jewelry or other such property, which could result in significant tax savings to you and multiple blessings to your church.
To give stocks, mutual funds shares and bonds contact your broker and request the transfer. Provide the following information to your broker:
• Firm: Charles Schwab
• DTC #: 164
• Acct# 93376060
• Acct Name: Westminster Chapel
You will be provided with stock powers or transfer papers to complete the transfer. Contact Tim Huffman at timh@westminster.org or (425) 747-1461 ext. 102 to inform him of the transfer.
To give other types of assets including real estate, jewelry or valuable personal property contact Tim Huffman at timh@westminster.org or (425) 747-1461 ext 102.
Lastly, remember to ask your employer about Matching Gift Programs, where your gifts can doubly bless the ministries here at the Chapel. Questions? Contact Tim Huffman at (425) 747-1461 ext. 102.