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BIBLICAL STEWARDSHIP

Christians are called by God to TITHE or GIVE THE FIRST TEN PERCENT (10%) of their income to God through the local church (Malachi 3:10-12). The TITHE is given to partner and participate in God’s work in and through a local body of Christian believers.

We encourage TITHES to be donated to the General Ministry Fund which financially supports the entire religious work of West Side Baptist Church, including the Christian education, evangelism and outreach, local partnerships and programs, staff salaries and benefits, building maintenance, United Mission (our support of the broader denomination) and God’s global mission work. Together, we can make a difference and create positive change. Donate now and be a part of something meaningful!

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The Church receives NO Government funding or tax money.

BIBLICAL STEWARDSHIP: The Bible teaches FIVE irrefutable TRUTHS about the material world:

FIRST TRUTH: OWNERSHIP – GOD OWNS EVERYTHING.

God created all things, including everything seen and unseen. People are simply managers of God’s material world on God’s behalf (Genesis 1-3; Psalm 24:1; James 1:17).

SECOND TRUTH: OUR RESPONSIBILITY – GOD INVITES PEOPLE TO MANAGE WHAT BELONGS TO GOD.

While God has graciously entrusted humans with the care, development, enjoyment, and protection of everything He owns, we are responsible for managing His holdings well and according to His desires and purposes (Genesis 1:28; 1 Corinthians 4:2; Colossians 3:23; 1 Peter 4:10, Titus 1:7).

THIRD TRUTH: ACCOUNTABILITY – GOOD MANAGERS USE THE GIFTS AND MATERIAL POSSESSIONS ENTRUSTED TO THEM FOR THEIR GOD’S GLORY, THE COMMON GOOD, AND GOD’S KINGDOM BENEFIT.

God rewards or blesses good managers for the responsible, diligent, shrewd, and multiplying work they do, as we hear in Jesus’ story of the Parable of the Talents (Matthew 25:14-30; Colossians 3:23-24)

FOURTH TRUTH: RECIPRICATION – HUMANS ARE TO BEAR GOD’S IMAGE AND REPLICATE GOD’S ACTIONS.

God gives graciously, joyfully, and freely to all people. Humans are to reciprocate – or give back to God – in the same way, God gives to us: graciously, generously, sacrificially, cheerfully, and joyfully (Acts 20:35; 2 Corinthians 9).

FIFTH TRUTH: PROPORTIONAL – HUMANS NEED TO GIVE GOD THE TITHE (first ten percent).

God created humans with the ability to acknowledge, appreciate, and acclaim God’s goodness and generosity! God tells us to give a percentage of our income back to Him regularly (percentage-based giving). Some churches encourage “tithing first fruits” (giving the first 10% of one’s income), while others emphasize giving over and above the tithe known as the “grace of giving” (Genesis 14:20; Proverbs 3:9-10; Malachi 3:10; 1 Corinthians 16:2; 2 Corinthians 8-9). The apostle Paul emphasized this: “whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows bountifully will also reap bountifully.” We encourage responsible, generous giving!

GOD is a GENEROUS GIVER!
GOD expects His People to be like HIM: joyful and generous!

West Side Baptist Church of Topeka, Kansas (Federal Tax I.D. 48-0612483) is a registered not-for-profit, tax-exempt religious charity under Section 501(c)(3) of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code. Donations to the church may be tax-deductible as allowed by law. Please consult your tax advisor for specific advice regarding the tax deductibility of your contributions. 

FREE WILL OFFERINGS & DESIGNATED GIVING

After a believer gives their TITHE (first ten percent) to the work of God through the local church, Christians are invited to give above-and-beyond the TITHE to special appeals, projects, and requests.

We received free will offerings and donations for:

  • MEMORIALS – gifts honoring the life and legacy of church members
  • MISSION OFFERINGS – donations to support local, regional, national, and international missionaries, projects, and volunteers
  • DESIGNATED GIVING – donations for church sponsored activities and programs, such as the Baby Closet, Benevolence Fund, Youth Group, and more.

Visit the Church Giving Page to View the Free Will and Designated Giving Funds.

SEVEN SIMPLE WAYS TO GIVE GENEROUSLY TO GOD THROUGH THE CHURCH

The church is a trustworthy, safe place to invest your precious resources in the work of God in the world. West Side Baptist Church is a registered not-for-profit religious charity 501(c)(3) in the United States of America. Gifts may be tax-deductible. YOU CAN GIVE:

1. CASH or CHECKS – GIVE weekly in Worship by CASH or CHECK – or MAIL your gifts to West Side Baptist Church, 1008 SW 4th St., Topeka, Kansas 66606.

2. ONLINE – GIVE ONLINE using a credit or debit card at the Church’s secure and safe SQUARE STORE at https://west-side-baptist-church.square.site. You may visit the church’s secure online store to donate to the general fund, give to mission projects, produce items, or pay registration fees for programs and services.

3. VENMO – GIVE using the VENMO APP – this online app makes it easy to give.

Download the application (app) online at https://venmo.com or in the App Store. Sign up or sign in, and give.

Use your SMART PHONE CAMERA to take a picture of the QR code (right).

4. ELECTRONIC FUND TRANSFER (EFT) – Contact the Church Office by Email or Call (785) 23-4241 to set up a recurring electronic fund transfer (EFT) for regular giving.

5. STOCKS, BONDS, INVESTMENTS, & SECURITIES – Contact the Church Office by Email or Call (785) 23-4241 for easy instructions to transfer stocks, bonds, certificates, property, and other securities safely and securely as your donation. We work with a trustworthy broker to ensure secure and lawful donations through stocks, bonds, investments, and securities.

6. IRA REQUIRED MINIMUM DISTRIBUTION (RDMs) – The US Internal Revenue Service (IRS) mandated an amount of money that investors starting at age 72 must withdraw every year from their retirement savings accounts, including traditional IRAs and employer-sponsored 401(k) and 403(b) plans. You have a tax advantage if you wish to make your tithe to the church from your RMD. Your tithe can be transferred directly from your IRA and is not considered federally taxable income for you. It’s like getting a deduction because while the distribution counts towards your RMD, it is not included in your gross income. The key is asking for the amount of the transfer to go directly to West Side Baptist Church and not to you as the “middleman”.  You should talk with your financial advisor if you are qualified for an RMD.

7. WILLS, TRUSTS, & ESTATE GIFTS – Speak with your attorney or estate planning agent to include West Side Baptist Church of Topeka, Kansas (Federal Tax I.D. – 48-0612483) in your will, trust, or estate plans. Need a lawyer or estate agent? Contact the Kansas Bar Association (https://ksbar.org/) to find a Lawyer trained in the required documents or contact the American Baptist Foundation (http://abcofgiving.org) or the Kansas Baptist Convention Foundation (https://www.abccr.org/kbcf).

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Updated: March 15, 2025