Stewardship
Giving made easy at
Saint Sophia
“All must give as they are able, according to the blessings given to them by the Lord your God.”
– DEUTERONOMY 16:17
BENEFITS FOR YOU:
1. Give from anywhere using a computer, tablet, or smartphone.
2. No need to find a check or stop by the ATM.
3. Use your Checking/Savings Account or your Debit/Credit Card.
4. Schedule gifts to occur automatically.
5. Give to one or more funds at any time.
BENEFITS FOR SAINT SOPHIA:
1. Reduces administrative work allowing more time to focus on the ministry.
2. Helps streamline receivables.
3. Increases stewardship by providing members and guests easier ways to give.
4. More regular and predictable giving makes planning easier.
Why We Give
Your donation to our church is more than a gift; it's a beacon of faith and love, echoing the Greek Orthodox tradition of community and compassion. Contributing to our church means sustaining a home where spiritual growth, ancient liturgy, and acts of service can flourish. Embrace this opportunity to be a pillar of our spiritual family, helping us continue our mission of spreading God's word and love to all.
Online Giving
The easiest way for you to give is thru Realm, our secure online community. We recommend that you consider setting up a recurring donation through your Realm profile.
Text Giving
Text Keyword and any amount to 73256 to complete a gift. Text giving is great for quick, easy, onetime gifts. Text giving will automatically save your payment information for future gifts.
Connect App
Download the Realm Connect app. Login with your Realm account to give. The Realm Connect app also allows you to setup a recurring donation.
Make a donation directly from our
church website.
1. Click the GIVE button on our church website at: stsophiaalbany.org
2. Enter the amount you want to give, select a fund, and enter your e-mail address.
3. Click GIVE and enter your payment method to complete the transaction.
• If you have a Realm login, you can login when prompted and complete your transaction or schedule a gift.
Text giving allows quick, easy, one-time donations.
1. Text SAINTSOPHIA to 73256.
2. Click the link you receive in your text message response.
3. Follow the prompts to give.
Text giving even saves your payment
method so you can quickly give again.
Giving from our church’s
NEW mobile app.
Give from our church’s app:
1. Search Realm Connect in the app store.
2. Download the free app and sign in.
3. Click
GIVING at the bottom, then choose
MAKE A GIFT.
By Mail
Mail form to:
Saint Sophia Greek Orthodox Church
440 Whitehall Rd.
Albany, NY 12208
Attention: Stewardship
In Person
Include the contribution in your stewardship envelope and
drop off in church on Sunday