Stewardship is very much operating as usual, albeit with all our staff working safely from their homes. The first phase of reopening our offices will begin 15th June. Please see our full risk assessment of new working practices to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Our response to COVID-19: We're here to help
Last updated: Friday 20 March 2020 *Pinned Post*
Whilst most of what we do is currently unaffected we have rapidly made changes to how we operate to ensure that we are being good stewards, that we aid the national effort to bring this pandemic under control, and that we prioritise getting financial and practical support to where it is most needed.
COVID-19: Guidance and resources for churches, charities and Christian workers
Last updated: Friday 15 January 2021
The Technical Team have compiled a list of resources that are accessible to churches and charities to help them through the COVID-19 pandemic. This article also outlines the help available for Christian workers and missionaries.
COVID-19: Update on the Job Retention Scheme (Furlough Scheme)
Last updated: Wednesday 02 December 2020
Updates on the Job Retention Scheme are detailed here, including the deadline and final arrangements for all claims to 31 October 2020. The recording of our Employment webinar, which covered what to do if you do not have enough work for your employees to return to, can also be viewed here.
COVID-19: Online giving for your church
Last updated: Thursday 09 July 2020
Give.net is Stewardship’s online donation platform for churches and charities. Since lockdown, we have seen a significant increase in online giving and have helped many churches and charities receive donations from church members and supporters in a safe and secure way. Find out more about receiving online donations at give.net.
COVID-19: Making decisions as trustees
Last updated: Tuesday 16 June 2020
Following our packed webinar on the issues facing churches and charities the COVID-19 pandemic, we are pleased to refer to you to guidance about how you can make biblically-based decisions on the challenges faced by the church.
COVID-19: Financial Guidance for Churches
Last updated: Monday 15 June 2020
Stewardship’s technical team provide answers to the key questions churches are asking about their finances during this uncertain time. This guidance will be updated regularly so please keep checking back.
COVID-19: Next Steps for Mortgage Management
Last updated: Friday 05 June 2020
In response to the recent update from the government, we, along with Kingdom Bank, hosted a webinar on Thursday 4th June at 1pm, covering the topic of 'Next Steps for Mortgage Management'. Resources referenced during the webinar can be found here.
COVID-19: Cash Flow Support Loan
Last updated: Wednesday 03 June 2020
The Coronavirus Cash Flow Support Loan (CCFSL) is a new loan initiative set up by Stewardship to offer cash flow support to churches and charities who have been greatly impacted by the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19: Insurance Risk Management for Churches and Charities
Last updated: Friday 29 May 2020
In response to the recent update from the government, we, along with Kingdom Bank, hosted a webinar on Thursday 21st May at 1pm, covering the topic of 'Insurance Risk Management for Churches and Charities'. Resources referenced during the webinar can be found here.
COVID-19: Annual accounts and reporting
Last updated: Monday 20 April 2020
COVID-19 has already impacted the way that our churches and charities can operate. Our technical team look at how this should be reflected in the annual accounts.
COVID-19: Webinar - Looking ahead to the longer-term issues
Last updated: Friday 17 April 2020
Whether or not you were able to attend our webinar 'Looking ahead to the longer-term issues', which took place on 16th April, you can view the recording of Jeremy's presentation here. In it, he takes a step-by-step approach on how to plan over the coming months, with useful points for immediate action.
COVID-19: Financial planning and reserves for churches and charities
Last updated: Friday 09 April 2020
Stewardship's technical team have put together a step-by-step guide for churches and charities on how to manage finances and make measured financial decisions throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19: Christian workers: Finances in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic
Last updated: Friday 03 April 2020
The UK Government recently announced financial support for self-employed workers. Stewardship’s technical team offer encouragement to Christian Workers and comment on their eligibility for the government’s new support scheme.
COVID-19: Updates to our church and charity support services
Last updated: Friday 20 March 2020
Access the latest updates for each of our church and charity support services by navigating to their individual web pages via the link below.
Contact us
Please contact us, if you wish to speak to an advisor on any of the above issues.
020 8502 8585