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Investing in the People Who Lead – Arrow Leadership Australia
A new building or a renovated space is a visible sign of what an investment with Christian Finance can help make possible. There is room
Fill the Build: More than a century of faith at Basso Church of Christ
In January 1913, members of Basso Church of Christ raised a chapel on Ivanhoe Street in a single day. It was ready for worship that
Making Room for Hope: Rock Hosanna’s story of faith and growth
When Pastors Howard and Maureen first gathered for worship at Rock Hosanna Baptist Church in Miller, there were just four or five families in an
A roof over hope: helping Door of Hope protect a place of community life in Launceston
For generations, the old Coats Patons woollen mill was part of the industrial heartbeat of Launceston. Built in the 1920s, the Glen Dhu Street factory
Growing room for faith and community in Adelaide
For the Adelaide Chin Christian Church, growth has never simply been about numbers. It has been about people, families finding belonging, children being discipled and
A faithful step forward for Dubbo Baptist Church
For Dubbo Baptist Church, growth has never simply been about numbers. It has been about people. Families finding a spiritual home, children learning the gospel
Peace of Mind for Pastors: How Christian Business Services Supports Churches Behind the Scenes
Most pastors expect to prepare sermons, care for people and lead their church’s mission. Few expect to spend hours navigating payroll systems, compliance deadlines and
God Leads Burmese Congregation to a Heritage Church
The Australian Burmese Christian Church (ABCC) has always had a heart for mission. For many years that mission was lived out in hired community halls
Faithful Foundations Podcast
Church finances and giving: Practices and attitudes in Australian churches
This report draws on the Australian National Church Life Survey (NCLS) to describe financial aspects of local churches in 2021 and 2022.
It also provides insight into the views of local church leaders about the financial future of their church and the impact of the pandemic. Further, this report present church attender views about giving as well as their practices of giving to churches and charities.
Church Finance Handbook
We are proud to sponsor the ongoing provision of Financial Guides and other resources for church financial leaders. Our prayer is that the Church Finance Handbook will assist church leaders in their vital role. This is part of our ongoing commitment to support and resource Christian ministry throughout Australia.
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Christian Ministry Advancement
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Global Leadership Network
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Exponential Australia
Australian Baptist Ministries resources
The Values Project
Healthy Relationships
Safer Spaces Toolkit
Family Faith Rhythms
Documents
- Direct Debit Request
- Request for Early Redemption of Investment
- Early Redemption of Investment Policy
- Term Investment Renewal – Individuals & Businesses
- Application to Vary External Transfer Standard Daily Limit Online and Online Business
- eStatement Application
- Identification List – Individuals
- FirstAML Information Sheet
For other support, instructions and information, please refer to our Help Centre website.
Further resources
The CMA Standards Council provides a comprehensive framework for accountability and good governance, ensuring that churches and Christian organisations adhere to high standards of integrity and stewardship.
The ACNC Governance Hub offers extensive guidance and tools to help charities, including churches, meet their governance obligations and enhance their operational effectiveness.