WHY DO WE GIVE?
Every believer in Christ has the responsibility to support their local church. Jesus
emphasized the importance of giving over and over. In fact He spoke of money more than
heaven and hell because money is often a good barometer of what is important in
someone’s life. Everything we have is from Him. Because of the goodness and grace that
Jesus has shown His followers, it only makes sense that His followers would respond in
sacrificing time, talents, and treasures. Christians are called to give
to the local church and live generously with those around them; it is out of obedience to
Jesus and for His glory that we seek to be generous in all areas of life.
Please keep in mind—we never ask guests or those who do not call themselves Christians to give financially, although you are welcome to contribute.
Please keep in mind—we never ask guests or those who do not call themselves Christians to give financially, although you are welcome to contribute.
"The point is this: whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows bountifully will also reap bountifully. Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver." (2 Corinthians 9:6-7)
WAYS TO GIVE
Text to Give
Reno Instructions
Text "Livingstones Reno" and the amount you'd like to give to the number 73256.
South Reno Instructions
Text "Livingstones SouthReno" and the amount you'd like to give to the number 73256.
Sparks Instructions
Text "Livingstones Sparks" and the amount you'd like to give to the number 73256.
Elko Instructions
Text "Livingstones Elko" and the amount you'd like to give to the number 73256.
Carson Instructions
Text "Livingstones Carson" and the amount you'd like to give to the number 73256.
Fernley Instructions
Text "Livingstones Fernley" and the amount you'd like to give to the number 73256.
North Valleys Instructions
Text "Livingstones NV" and the amount you'd like to give to the number 73256.
Text "Livingstones Reno" and the amount you'd like to give to the number 73256.
South Reno Instructions
Text "Livingstones SouthReno" and the amount you'd like to give to the number 73256.
Sparks Instructions
Text "Livingstones Sparks" and the amount you'd like to give to the number 73256.
Elko Instructions
Text "Livingstones Elko" and the amount you'd like to give to the number 73256.
Carson Instructions
Text "Livingstones Carson" and the amount you'd like to give to the number 73256.
Fernley Instructions
Text "Livingstones Fernley" and the amount you'd like to give to the number 73256.
North Valleys Instructions
Text "Livingstones NV" and the amount you'd like to give to the number 73256.
Mail a Check
Reno
Send a check made out to “Living Stones Church” to 445 S. Virginia St. Reno, NV 89501
South Reno
Send a check made out to “Living Stones Church” to P.O. Box 18492, Reno, NV 89511
Sparks
Send a check made out to “Living Stones Church” to 300 Los Altos Pkwy. Suite 109 Sparks, NV 89436
North Valleys Church Plant
Send a check made out to “Living Stones Church” with "North Valleys" in the memo to 445 S. Virginia St. Reno, NV 89501
Send a check made out to “Living Stones Church” to 445 S. Virginia St. Reno, NV 89501
South Reno
Send a check made out to “Living Stones Church” to P.O. Box 18492, Reno, NV 89511
Sparks
Send a check made out to “Living Stones Church” to 300 Los Altos Pkwy. Suite 109 Sparks, NV 89436
North Valleys Church Plant
Send a check made out to “Living Stones Church” with "North Valleys" in the memo to 445 S. Virginia St. Reno, NV 89501
Bill Pay
Use your bank’s bill pay system to set up recurring gifts at no extra charge to Living Stones or you. Contact your bank for details.
HOW GIVING IS SPENT
10% - Mercy & Missions
The first 10% is given away. This includes church planting, overseas missions, and local
mercy projects, but doesn’t include staffing for short term mission teams.
60% - LS Staff
This includes salaries and benefits for all Living Stones employees. Staff salaries are
determined by an objective outside source, the “Annual Compensation Handbook.”
20% - Facilities & Utilities
This includes rent for the church facilities, as well as all utilities, such as electricity, gas,
waste, and parking.
10% - Ministry supplies
This covers supplies for our major ministries - everything from kid's snacks to computers.