Texas Conference Emphasizes Faithful Stewardship

ALVARADO, TEX. – Individuals stepping into the role of church treasurer often say they were chosen because no one else was available. While the statement is usually made with humility and sometimes hesitation, being a church treasurer is not an accidental calling but an entrusted responsibility. Serving as a treasurer is not about being the last available option but about being trusted with resources that ultimately belong to God.

Scripture emphasizes faithfulness. “Moreover it is required in stewards that one be found faithful,” 1 Corinthians 4:2 (NKJV). Church treasurers note that financial management within the church is not merely administrative work but part of a sacred mission.

Everything placed in the hands of the church—every tithe dollar, every offering given, every resource—is viewed as belonging first to the Lord. Church treasurers are not managing personal resources but safeguarding the funds and resources entrusted to the church. 

Throughout Scripture, calling and accountability appear together. In the parable of the talents (Matthew 25), the master evaluates the servants based on faithfulness. Proverbs 27:23 encourages leaders to “Be diligent to know the state of your flocks,” (NKJV) highlighting the importance of attentive care.

When treasury is approached as a calling, practices such as strong internal controls, regular financial reviews, transparent reporting and adherence to established policies become natural expressions of responsibility. These measures strengthen donor confidence, protect the integrity of the church’s mission and support responsible ministry across congregations.

Across the conference, treasurers, pastors and church leaders continue to carry these responsibilities. Financial reviews across the conference have reached 97 percent completion, reflecting ongoing collaboration and accountability.

Faithful stewardship remains one of the quiet but important ways the church advances the mission of Christ.

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By Dileanny Jimenez

Associate Treasurer, Auditing

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