Online Giving

Faith Direct is the innovative solution that allows you to support our parish using electronic funds transfer from either a credit/debit card or bank account.  It is a hassle-free, simple solution for today’s busy families.

Through Faith Direct you can make all of your contributions to St. Bartholomew the Apostle via automatic payment from your checking account or credit card – just as you may do now with your mortgage, household bills, and other monthly payments. This is a great way to simplify your giving – and it’s the most cost-effective, environmentally-friendly way for us to receive your gifts. 

Did you know that St. Bartholomew the Apostle pays a small fee for all gifts made using credit cards? Faith Direct is now offering a way for families to give a little bit extra each month to offset these processing costs. We ask you to please prayerfully consider adding 2.5% to the processing to offset your regular tithing so that we can receive the full amount of your gifts each month. If you manage your giving online, you can log into your Faith Direct account and check the box on the page where you can update your payment info. You can also contact Faith Direct's customer service team to make the change for you. Thank you for your continued support of our parish family.

FAQs

How do I Text to Give?

TO ENROLL - Make giving easier and bless your church!   Simply text “ENROLL” to 908-324-5627 and follow the link to sign up for recurring giving to St. Bartholomew.  No more dealing with envelopes or writing checks and a consistent money flow helping to further the ministry of our church.  It’s a win-win!

FOR ONE TIME GIFT - We hope you were blessed by your visit with us.  If so, text a donation to us.  That’s right, in two steps, Text-to-Give your one-time gift!    
1. Text $ amount to 908-324-5627
2. Follow the link to and complete a one-time process

How do I Sign Up?

To sign up to use Faith Direct eGiving visit their website www.faithdirect.net, use our church code NJ844 or you can download this PDF and fill it out completely and mail or drop it off at the Rectory.

How does Faith Direct work?

This secure program works directly with your bank, credit, or debit card in the same way as other electronic funds transfer payments you may already conduct (such as utility bills or your mortgage payment). All transactions are processed electronically, debiting your bank account or charging your credit\debit card automatically for the amounts you designate.

Can any additional funds be taken from my account other than what I have authorized?

No! We process only the amount you designate for your church, and only you can change the amount of money that may be processed on a monthly basis. We send an email each month with the details of your upcoming donations so there will be no surprises!

When will my account(s) be debited?

When you enroll in the Faith Direct program you can choose to have your monthly donations processed on the 4th, 15th, or both 4th and 15th. Your donations will be processed in one transaction for the total offertory, campaign and/or second collection donation amounts you have designated. Your church will receive your donations within five business days.

Can I stop, increase or decrease my payment at any time?

Yes, you can make changes to your account anytime by accessing your account online, by contacting our customer service team at 866.507.8757, by sending us an email or even by chatting with a customer service representative online. There is no minimum donation amount, or financial penalty if you cancel.

I would feel uncomfortable not being able to participate in the collection using an envelope or check. What should I do?

Faith Direct provides offertory cards to be used during the collection as a visible sign of your electronic donations. These cards are personalized with your name, church id number, and church. These cards indicate your name and the name of your church. You will receive a packet of cards approximately two weeks after we receive your enrollment, and again each year on the anniversary of your enrollment. If you run out of offertory cards, you can request more at any time or print them here.

If you have any questions about the Faith Direct program, please call 
1-866-507-8757 {toll free} or email info@faithdirect.net.