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Thank you for giving to Abbey Life. Every gift helps us love our town, care for families and share the hope of Jesus.

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Give once or set up a regular gift. It's quick and secure, and if you're a UK taxpayer you can add Gift Aid at no extra cost to you.

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Why we give

We give because God gave first. Generosity runs right through the Bible, and the clearest picture of it is Jesus. God loved the world so much that he gave his Son. When we give, we become a little more like him.

Giving is also an act of trust. It's a way of saying that everything we have comes from God, and that he can be trusted with our money as well as our lives.

And giving lets us be part of something bigger than ourselves, as the church brings hope to Newtownabbey and beyond. It's never about pressure or guilt. Each of us decides in our own heart what to give.

God loves a cheerful giver.

2 Corinthians 9:7

Tithes and offerings

Two simple words you'll hear a lot when churches talk about giving. Here's what they mean.

Tithing

Malachi 3:10 · Proverbs 3:9-10 · Matthew 6:21

A tithe means a tenth. Many Christians give the first tenth of their income back to God as a way of putting him first. It's less about money and more about trust that he will provide.

Offerings

2 Corinthians 9:6-8 · Luke 21:1-4

An offering is anything given over and above the tithe, often for a particular need or project, like our building fund. It's generosity that comes from a grateful heart.

Start where you are

Luke 16:10 · Mark 12:41-44

If giving is new to you, start with what you can, give regularly and grow from there. God cares about the heart behind a gift far more than its size.

What your giving does

Your generosity keeps the doors open, the coffee flowing and Abbey Kids running. It helps us support families through tough times, reach young people and share the hope of Jesus across Newtownabbey.

The church family together on a Sunday

Sundays and church life

Our gatherings every Sunday, with worship, teaching and prayer, and the team who make it all happen each week.

Kids and families

Abbey Kids, SEN Sundays and Abbey Arrows, so every child has a place where they're safe, known and loved.

Our community

Supporting local people and families through tough times, and showing up for our town in practical ways.

Our building

Looking after our home on Glenville Road so it can serve the church and the whole community for years to come.

Ways to give

Online

Give once or set up a regular gift securely online. It takes about a minute.

On a Sunday

Give by card or cash at the welcome desk during any Sunday gathering.

Gift Aid

If you're a UK taxpayer, Gift Aid adds 25p to every £1 you give, at no extra cost to you.

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Questions about giving

Where does my money go?
Every gift goes to the work of the church: Sunday gatherings, our ministries for kids and families, caring for our community and looking after our building. Abbey Life Church is a registered charity with the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland. Our trustees oversee the finances, and we report our accounts to the Commission every year.
How much should I give?
That's a decision between you and God, and there's no pressure. Many people use the tithe, a tenth of their income, as a guide. If that feels like a big step, start with an amount you can give regularly and grow from there.
What is Gift Aid?
If you're a UK taxpayer, Gift Aid lets the church claim an extra 25p from HMRC for every £1 you give, at no cost to you. Just tick the Gift Aid box when you give online, or ask for a form on a Sunday. You need to pay at least as much Income Tax or Capital Gains Tax in the year as the church claims on your gifts.
Can I give regularly?
Yes. When you give online you can choose a weekly or monthly gift. Regular giving helps us plan ahead, and it's a simple way to make generosity a habit.
Can I give to something specific?
Yes. You can give to our building fund from the Building fund page. If you'd like to support another area of church life, get in touch and we'll help.
Who can I talk to about giving?
Email hello@abbeylife.church and someone from the team will get back to you. We're always happy to answer questions.