Giving Back to God
you’re helping fulfill our mission to Spread God’s Fame.
Giving changes the giver, too.
Stories of Generosity and Impact
Discover how giving can make a difference in people's lives.
Why We Give
At The Cross Church, we believe giving flows from gratitude, not obligation. We don’t give to what we do; we give to why we do it. Our mission extends beyond buildings and programs to transformed lives and hope-filled communities. When you give, you’re not simply funding activities—you’re investing in a vision where people discover purpose, find healing, and experience God’s love in tangible ways. Your generosity isn’t about sustaining an organization but about participating in something eternal: lives changed, families restored, and communities renewed through the message and love of Jesus Christ.
Where Your Gifts Go
Your gifts to The Cross Church fuel our mission in tangible ways. When you give, your generosity directly supports our vibrant worship experiences, age-appropriate discipleship programs for children and youth, and compassionate outreach initiatives that serve our local community. Your contributions help maintain our facilities as a welcoming space for all, enable us to provide pastoral care and counseling to those in need, and fund mission work that extends our impact beyond our walls. We practice careful stewardship, ensuring every dollar advances our shared vision of bringing hope, healing, and transformation through Christ’s love. Your giving doesn’t just keep the lights on—it illuminates paths to faith for countless individuals seeking purpose and belonging.
The Power of multiplication
At The Cross Church, we witness the miraculous power of multiplication every day. Just as Jesus fed thousands with five loaves and two fish, your generosity creates ripple effects far beyond your initial gift. When we combine our resources, what might seem modest individually becomes transformative collectively. A single donation might provide a meal that nourishes a family in crisis, opens a conversation that leads to healing, or creates a moment where someone encounters God’s love for the first time. These moments multiply—touching families, extending to neighborhoods, and eventually transforming communities. Your gift joins with others to create a tapestry of impact that no single person could achieve alone. This is the kingdom economy at work: where faithful stewardship of what God has given us results in abundance that extends far beyond what we could ask or imagine.
Growing in Generosity
Resources to Help Your Giving Journey
We've gathered these resources to help you explore different ways to give and develop a lifestyle of generosity. Whether you're just starting your giving journey or looking to deepen your impact, these tools can help.
Stocks, bonds, and mutual funds
Donating appreciated securities, including stocks and bonds, is an easy and tax-effective way to make a gift to The Cross Church.
legacy giving
Transform your earthly treasures into eternal impact. By including our church in your estate planning, you help cultivate devoted Christ-followers well into the future.
creative ways
to give
This “Creative Ways to Give” resource empowers generous giving through four practical strategies: Decrease, Delay, Do More, and Donate.
Convenient & easy
We've made it simple for you to contribute.
Online
Give a one-time gift or schedule a recurring gift directly through your bank account, credit or debit card. Click the icon above to give online.
BY TEXT
Text “SPREADHISFAME” TO 73256. Standard text message and data rates may appy. Message frequency varies. Text HELP to 73256 for help. Text STOP to 73256 to cancel.
by mail
Contributions can be dropped in the offering boxes on weekends, the dropbox outside the church office anytime, or mailed to: The Cross Church
200 N. Ballard Ave.
Wylie, TX 75098 or
P.O. Box 790 Wylie, TX 75098
If you have any questions or require further assistance, feel free to contact us at info@thecross.com.
stock donations
We gladly accept shares of stocks and mutual funds into our brokerage account. Donating securities instead of cash might provide you with potential tax benefits and a meaningful way to support our mission, while also optimizing your financial stewardship. Click the icon above to find out more.
Transparency
Because we understand the commitment and sacrifice it takes to give, we are extremely intentional about using your gifts in a biblically wise manner for ministry purposes. The results of our yearly independent financial audit are available for you to view online at any time. In addition, our finances and operations are overseen and verified by our Leadership Team, a volunteer board of non-staff business and lay professionals who ensure our organization runs with accountability and integrity.
FAQ
Is my donation tax-deductible?
Yes! The Cross Church is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, making your contributions tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. You’ll receive an annual giving statement for tax purposes by January 31 each year.
What giving methods do you accept?
We offer multiple convenient ways to give:
- Online giving through our secure website
- By mail to The Cross Church, 100 North First Street, Wylie, Texas 75098
- Check or cash during Sunday services
- Automated recurring gifts
- Stock donations and other non-cash assets
Can I set up recurring giving?
Absolutely! Recurring giving helps you be consistent in your generosity and helps our church plan more effectively. You can easily set up weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly donations through our online giving platform.
How does The Cross Church practice financial accountability?
We take stewardship seriously. Our financial practices include:
- Regular financial reviews by our Finance Team
- Annual budget approval by church leadership and congregation
- Following strict internal controls for handling funds
What's the difference between tithes and offerings?
Tithing refers to giving 10% of your income as an act of worship and obedience. Offerings are gifts above and beyond the tithe, often designated for specific ministries or projects. Both are important expressions of generosity that support our church’s mission.
Can I designate my gift to a specific ministry?
Yes! While general fund contributions provide the most flexibility for meeting needs, you can designate gifts to specific ministries or initiatives. Simply note your designation when giving.
How much should I give?
The Bible teaches the principle of tithing (giving 10% of income), but we believe giving is a personal journey. We encourage everyone to pray about their giving and take steps toward generosity as an act of faith. What matters most is giving willingly and cheerfully.
Is my giving information kept confidential?
Absolutely. Your giving information is kept strictly confidential and is only accessible to authorized staff members who manage financial records.
How do I get a record of my contributions?
Annual giving statements are provided by January 31 each year. You can also access your giving history anytime through your online account on our giving platform, or you can contact our church office for assistance.
Generosity Ladder
Where Your Gifts Go
We believe that each person is given a test each time they receive their paycheck. The test is: “Who am I going to thank for my income? Who will I thank for my increase?” Will I thank Visa? My mortgage company? God? Malachi 3 teaches us to bring the tithe (10% of our gross income) into the house of God. When we do this, two things are promised:
- God will open the windows of heaven and pour out so much blessing on us that we will not have enough room to receive it.
- He will rebuke Satan (“the Devourer”) for our sakes. He will prevent him from holding us back. We will be called “Blessed.”
We all fall somewhere on the Generosity Ladder:
We all fall somewhere on the Generosity Ladder:
- Maybe we are going to give for the very first time.
- Maybe we have given occasionally but not consistently.
- Maybe we have given something but not 10%.
- Maybe we have learned this principle of tithing and are Blessed.
- Maybe we have given above and beyond what God has asked us to give through offerings and extravagant gifts.
- You give generously from abundance, using your capacity and resources to multiply kingdom impact in extraordinary ways.
Wherever you are on this ladder, we encourage you to test God in the area of your finances and see if He is true to His word. This is the only area of the Bible where we are told to TEST GOD.
Giving Back to God
Every time you give through The Cross Church,
you’re helping fulfill our mission to Spread God’s Fame.
Giving changes the giver, too.
Stories of Generosity and Impact
Discover how giving can make a difference in people's lives.
Why We Give
At The Cross Church, we believe giving flows from gratitude, not obligation. We don’t give to what we do; we give to why we do it. Our mission extends beyond buildings and programs to transformed lives and hope-filled communities. When you give, you’re not simply funding activities—you’re investing in a vision where people discover purpose, find healing, and experience God’s love in tangible ways. Your generosity isn’t about sustaining an organization but about participating in something eternal: lives changed, families restored, and communities renewed through the message and love of Jesus Christ.
Where Your Gifts Go
Your gifts to The Cross Church fuel our mission in tangible ways. When you give, your generosity directly supports our vibrant worship experiences, age-appropriate discipleship programs for children and youth, and compassionate outreach initiatives that serve our local community. Your contributions help maintain our facilities as a welcoming space for all, enable us to provide pastoral care and counseling to those in need, and fund mission work that extends our impact beyond our walls. We practice careful stewardship, ensuring every dollar advances our shared vision of bringing hope, healing, and transformation through Christ’s love. Your giving doesn’t just keep the lights on—it illuminates paths to faith for countless individuals seeking purpose and belonging.
The Power of multiplication
At The Cross Church, we witness the miraculous power of multiplication every day. Just as Jesus fed thousands with five loaves and two fish, your generosity creates ripple effects far beyond your initial gift. When we combine our resources, what might seem modest individually becomes transformative collectively. A single donation might provide a meal that nourishes a family in crisis, opens a conversation that leads to healing, or creates a moment where someone encounters God’s love for the first time. These moments multiply—touching families, extending to neighborhoods, and eventually transforming communities. Your gift joins with others to create a tapestry of impact that no single person could achieve alone. This is the kingdom economy at work: where faithful stewardship of what God has given us results in abundance that extends far beyond what we could ask or imagine.
Convenient & easy
We've made it simple for you to contribute.
Online
Give a one-time gift or schedule a recurring gift directly through your bank account, credit or debit card. Click the icon above to give online.
BY TEXT
Text “SPREADHISFAME” TO 73256. Standard text message and data rates may appy. Message frequency varies. Text HELP to 73256 for help. Text STOP to 73256 to cancel.
by mail
Contributions can be dropped in the offering boxes on weekends, the dropbox outside the church office anytime, or mailed to: The Cross Church
200 N. Ballard Ave.
Wylie, TX 75098 or
P.O. Box 790 Wylie, TX 75098
If you have any questions or require further assistance, feel free to contact us at info@thecross.com.
stock donations
We gladly accept shares of stocks and mutual funds into our brokerage account. Donating securities instead of cash might provide you with potential tax benefits and a meaningful way to support our mission, while also optimizing your financial stewardship. Click the icon above to find out more.
Transparency
Because we understand the commitment and sacrifice it takes to give, we are extremely intentional about using your gifts in a biblically wise manner for ministry purposes. The results of our yearly independent financial audit are available for you to view online at any time. In addition, our finances and operations are overseen and verified by our Leadership Team, a volunteer board of non-staff business and lay professionals who ensure our organization runs with accountability and integrity.
FAQ
Is my donation tax-deductible?
Yes! The Cross Church is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, making your contributions tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. You’ll receive an annual giving statement for tax purposes by January 31 each year.
What giving methods do you accept?
We offer multiple convenient ways to give:
- Online giving through our secure website
- By mail to The Cross Church, 100 North First Street, Wylie, Texas 75098
- Check or cash during Sunday services
- Automated recurring gifts
- Stock donations and other non-cash assets
Can I set up recurring giving?
Absolutely! Recurring giving helps you be consistent in your generosity and helps our church plan more effectively. You can easily set up weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly donations through our online giving platform.
How does The Cross Church practice financial accountability?
We take stewardship seriously. Our financial practices include:
- Regular financial reviews by our Finance Team
- Annual budget approval by church leadership and congregation
- Following strict internal controls for handling funds
What's the difference between tithes and offerings?
Tithing refers to giving 10% of your income as an act of worship and obedience. Offerings are gifts above and beyond the tithe, often designated for specific ministries or projects. Both are important expressions of generosity that support our church’s mission.
Can I designate my gift to a specific ministry?
Yes! While general fund contributions provide the most flexibility for meeting needs, you can designate gifts to specific ministries or initiatives. Simply note your designation when giving.
How much should I give?
The Bible teaches the principle of tithing (giving 10% of income), but we believe giving is a personal journey. We encourage everyone to pray about their giving and take steps toward generosity as an act of faith. What matters most is giving willingly and cheerfully.
Is my giving information kept confidential?
Absolutely. Your giving information is kept strictly confidential and is only accessible to authorized staff members who manage financial records.
How do I get a record of my contributions?
Annual giving statements are provided by January 31 each year. You can also access your giving history anytime through your online account on our giving platform, or you can contact our church office for assistance.
Generosity Ladder
Where Your Gifts Go
We believe that each person is given a test each time they receive their paycheck. The test is: “Who am I going to thank for my income? Who will I thank for my increase?” Will I thank Visa? My mortgage company? God? Malachi 3 teaches us to bring the tithe (10% of our gross income) into the house of God. When we do this, two things are promised:
- God will open the windows of heaven and pour out so much blessing on us that we will not have enough room to receive it.
- He will rebuke Satan (“the Devourer”) for our sakes. He will prevent him from holding us back. We will be called “Blessed.”
We all fall somewhere on the Generosity Ladder:
- Maybe we are going to give for the very first time.
- Maybe we have given occasionally but not consistently.
- Maybe we have given something but not 10%.
- Maybe we have learned this principle of tithing and are Blessed.
- Maybe we have given above and beyond what God has asked us to give through offerings and extravagant gifts.
- You give generously from abundance, using your capacity and resources to multiply kingdom impact in extraordinary ways.
Wherever you are on this ladder, we encourage you to test God in the area of your finances and see if He is true to His word. This is the only area of the Bible where we are told to TEST GOD.