Houston’s First Baptist Church is a member of the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA), an accrediting organization that is dedicated to helping Christian ministries and churches uphold high standards of responsible stewardship. For more information, visit ECFA.church.
Houston's First uses a secure and convenient platform to support our online giving option — enabling you to make your generosity intentions a reality. Through our online giving platform, you can make either one-time or recurring contributions. When you give, you can designate your gifts for any of the giving purposes listed below.
If you have questions about online giving, please contact Mary Roberts, 713.957.5804 for assistance.
To begin the online giving process, select the Houston's First campus you attend:
You can still access your previous giving records and any recurring donations you established on our previous online giving system (ServiceU). Log in there to end that recurring donation before establishing a new recurring donation in our new system. The church will continue to use ServiceU for event registrations.
Great Commission (Tithes and Offerings) — Donations to Great Commission Giving impacting our city, our nation, and our world for Christ. (If you currently receive offering envelopes in the mail and you sign up for recurring donations, the envelopes will no longer be sent to you.)
General Missions — Direct financial support to the local and global missions efforts of Houston’s First Baptist Church.
Benevolence — Funds used to provide financial assistance for those who apply through the Benevolence Ministry at the Faith Center.
Click here to give to specific mission trips sponsored by Houston's First or to individuals going on one of our trips.
Click here to give to General Missions at Houston's First
The gifting of stock to the church is a “win-win” situation for both the donor and the church. Since the church is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization, the gift will qualify as a charitable contribution and is tax deductible. This is a very simple and easy process that can be coordinated through the Financial Services office of the church.
If you would like to donate a gift of stock, or desire additional information, please contact Amber Willet, 713.957.5807. On all tax questions, it is advisable to consult with a tax advisor or CPA.
Houston’s First partners with PhilanthroCorp to provide formal estate planning year-round for church members at no cost to them. Following a phone interview, PhilanthroCorp provides tools to guide your decision making within the privacy of your home. For more about PhilanthroCorp and estate planning, visit the Estate Planning page.
Biblical Principles of Estate Planning seminar — Sun, Aug 11 @ 12:30p at The Loop Campus
Houston's First provides a monthly financial report summarizing contributions to the church and expenses incurred by the church. Find the latest report here, along with information about our budget process, auditing practices, and accountability measures.
Need help choosing your campus? Email us or call 713.681.8000.