A guide to accessing and promoting the Offering Moment ebook (2025 Edition).
About the Resource
An expanded and revised version of Jim Sheppard's original 2019 ebook, The Offering Moment – 2025 Edition provides pastors with practical theology, structure, and inspiration to lead weekly offering moments with intentionality. It's a tool to help transform giving from a transaction to a discipleship moment.
Key Messages
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Giving is worship. It's not about what God wants from us, but what He wants for us.
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The offering moment is sacred. When treated with care, it becomes a formational moment of discipleship and transformation.
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Pastors set the tone. Whether the lead communicator or delegating the moment, excellence matters.
How to Use It
This ebook is perfect for:
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Pastors shaping their weekly service flow
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Churches that want to disciple their givers
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Teams planning a more intentional generosity strategy
Encourage your clients to:
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Download and read the ebook (link below)
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Use the sample language/examples
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Watch the offering moment video samples
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Create a 52-week rhythm using the suggested calendar framework
🔗 Resource Links
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🖥️ Ebook Landing Page (External Downloads): https://generis.com/theofferingmoment
- ⬇️ PDF Download (Internal Use): https://6138342.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/6138342/Offering%20Moment%20Ebook%20-%202025%20Edition%20(0425B).pdf
- 🎥 Sample Offering Moment Videos: https://generis.com/offering-moment-videos
🔗 Marketing Resource Links
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📄 Social Media Copy (Google Doc): https://docs.google.com/document/d/1jao8Ra5jFIRCegDlKRYiJbuqSkzDByIOVRtPx59OwQA/edit?usp=sharing
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📧 Marketing Email Template:
- Promotional Email #1: https://email.generis.com/-temporary-slug-af396c21-e465-448c-8667-33c97499d986?hs_preview=ZxvQeiyt-189317516803
- Promotiona Email #2: https://email.generis.com/-temporary-slug-42b6df20-935d-4c91-ae81-46a0ad04739e?hs_preview=KjerzXLY-189318452594
- Promotional Email #3:https://6138342.hubspotpreview-na1.com/_hcms/preview/email/189318722669?portalId=6138342&preview_key=eEsnYNXK&_preview=true&from_buffer=true&cacheBust=1745523830810&hsPreviewerApp=email
- 1:1 Sample Emails for Consultants (Google Doc): https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ieIU0DkY2TgSoDMvA0CZ0uH94JPCFhMeZeunU1bxpw8/edit?usp=sharing
Talking Points for Consultants
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"This is a free, practical tool to help your church make giving more meaningful."
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"You already teach worship and the Word with excellence—why not give the offering moment that same intentionality?"
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"Use this as a conversation starter with your team about giving culture."
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“Have you ever felt like the offering moment in your service is just… there? This ebook shows how to make it transformational.”
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“This is a great follow-up to our Culture of Generosity conversation—it gives your team something tangible to implement right away.”
Recommended Action Step for Consultants
Encourage your clients to read the ebook, then schedule a 30-minute call to:
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Share observations
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Review one of their current offering moments
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Discuss how to apply the suggested rhythm or storytelling framework
This resource supports our broader commitment to building a Culture of Generosity in every ministry we serve.