In every parish, stewardship is more than money. It’s trust, care, and faithfulness with the gifts God has entrusted to His Church. While parishioners see stewardship most often in offertory and appeals, parish staff and volunteers are quietly making sure every gift is handled carefully, accurately, and responsibly.
Parishes today balance tradition with modern needs. Tools that simplify administrative work can help staff focus on ministry. Automated Check Deposit, now part of ParishSOFT Giving, reduces administrative tasks while giving staff peace of mind.
Stewardship Starts with Faithful Administration
The Church teaches that parish resources exist to support worship, charity, and the care of clergy and staff. Parish operations are not separate from ministry; they are part of it.
Many parishes still receive physical checks for weekly giving. Manual handling and deposits can cause delays, risk errors, and create extra work for staff and volunteers. Automated Check Deposit helps parishes process these gifts safely and efficiently. That means staff can focus on what matters most: serving parishioners and supporting ministries.
One Portal, Less Work
Automated Check Deposit is accessed directly through the parish’s existing Giving Administrator Portal. Staff do not need separate logins or banking portals.
For teams managing contribution tracking, family records, and accounting, this integration saves time and reduces mistakes. By keeping check deposits within ParishSOFT Giving, parishes simplify workflows and make stewardship administration easier.
Safe, Secure Records
Parishes handle not only money but also sensitive information. Automated Check Deposit stores digital copies of checks in the system. This reduces the chance of lost or misplaced checks.
Digital records make financial tracking transparent and accountable. Staff and finance councils can quickly access documentation without digging through filing cabinets or bank statements. Clear records build confidence in parish administration.
Predictable Deposits, Better Planning
Automated Check Deposit helps parishes maintain a reliable deposit schedule. Faster, consistent deposits make cash flow more predictable.
This supports responsible financial planning for payroll, vendor payments, charitable outreach, and parish programs. During busy seasons like Lent or Advent, staff can focus on liturgies, parishioners, and outreach instead of banking logistics.
Caring for Volunteers
Many parishes depend on volunteers to manage weekly collections and deposits. While volunteer time is invaluable, transporting checks can create an extra burden.
Automated Check Deposit reduces the need for physical transport. This keeps volunteers safe and makes their work easier. Parishes show care for both funds and the people who serve behind the scenes.
Integrated With ParishSOFT
Automated Check Deposit works directly within the ParishSOFT Giving platform. It complements contribution tracking and reporting without adding another disconnected system.
Parishes already using ParishSOFT solutions for accounting and family management see smoother reconciliation and clearer financial oversight. Getting started is simple: administrators select the Check Scanning tile in the Giving Administrator Portal, and a ParishSOFT team member will assist with next steps.
Stewardship That Supports the Mission
Tools like Automated Check Deposit do not replace people. They support parish staff and volunteers by making administration secure, consistent, and easy.
When the behind-the-scenes work is simpler, parishes can focus on welcoming parishioners, supporting ministries, and living out the mission of the Church. Thoughtful use of technology ensures that every gift, whether placed in the basket or mailed to the parish, is handled with care, reverence, and responsibility.