Generous Hearts Change Lives in Mascoutah, Illinois
At First Baptist Church of Mascoutah, we believe giving is an act of worship – a joyful response to God's abundant grace in our lives. Whether you're a longtime member, a new visitor, or part of our military family near Scott AFB, your tithes and offerings help us share the Gospel, nurture faith, support families through Lighthouse Preschool, and serve our community.
3 Ways to Give
01 Online Giving
Online giving is super simple. You can give a one-time gift or set up a recurring payment. Once you sign into our private and secure system, you can connect your financial account and start giving right away. We’ve worked hard to find a partner that offers convenience without the burden of additional fees.
02 Text-to-Give
Online giving is super simple. You can give a one-time gift or set up a recurring payment. Once you sign into our private and secure system, you can connect your financial account and start giving right away. We’ve worked hard to find a partner that offers convenience without the burden of additional fees.
03 In Person Giving
Online giving is super simple. You can give a one-time gift or set up a recurring payment. Once you sign into our private and secure system, you can connect your financial account and start giving right away. We’ve worked hard to find a partner that offers convenience without the burden of additional fees.
Why Give?
The Joy of Biblical StewardshipEverything we have comes from God, and generous giving allows us to partner in His work. As a church family in Mascoutah, IL, your contributions directly impact lives through vibrant worship services, Bible studies, children's programs like AWANA and Lighthouse Preschool, youth ministry, and outreach to our neighbors.Scripture guides us in cheerful, faithful giving:
Done Regularly – "On the first day of every week, each one of you should set aside a sum of money in keeping with your income..." (1 Corinthians 16:2 NIV)
Done with Liberality – "Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously." (2 Corinthians 9:6 NIV)
Done Cheerfully, Not Under Compulsion – "Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver." (2 Corinthians 9:7 NIV)
Done Discreetly – Jesus teaches in Matthew 6:1-4 to give without seeking recognition, trusting that "your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you."
Additional promises of blessing:
"Honor the Lord with your wealth, with the firstfruits of all your crops; then your barns will be filled to overflowing..." (Proverbs 3:9-10 NIV)
"Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse... Test me in this,” says the Lord Almighty, “and see if I will not throw open the floodgates of heaven..." (Malachi 3:10 NIV).
Giving isn't about obligation – it's about gratitude, trust, and experiencing God's provision.