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GIVE ONLINE

Your faithful giving helps OPBC continue to Proclaim the Excellencies of Jesus, in Powhatan and to the ends of the Earth! At least 10% of all General Fund giving will go to the Cooperative Program of the SBC. Watch the videos below to find out more about how you faithful giving makes a global impact.

  • How do I get started with online giving?
    Online giving is simple and secure. There are two options. 1. Create an account for one-time and recurring giving/ payments HERE. 2. Fill out the information and give. OR 1. Text the DOLLAR AMOUNT to 84321 to give. (Standard message & data rates may apply) 2. During set up, the system will use the donor's geographical location and phone number to suggest churches nearby who use Planning Center Giving and have the Text-to-Give add-on enabled. Choose OPBC. 2. Fill out the information and set up one-time or recurring giving/ payments.
  • What is Text-to-Give?
    Text-to-Give is an on-to-go option for giving/ tithing and payments for events. Simply text the DOLLAR AMOUNT you want to give to 84321. (standard text messaging rates may apply) During set up, the system will use the donor's geographical location and phone number to suggest churches nearby who use Planning Center Giving and have the Text-to-Give add-on enabled. Choose OPBC and set up your one-time or recurring gifts
  • Can I set up recurring payments/ giving?
    YES! Under "FREQUENCY" select REGULARLY and choose the dates you would like your giving to recur
  • Are Online Giving and Text-to GIve safe?
    When churches first started using online giving in the late 1990s, some churchgoers were concerned about the security of their financial data. Today online giving is commonplace, just as online shopping has become the new normal. Online giving is just as safe as any other credit card transaction. All credit card/ debit card information is encrypted for maximum security.
  • Can I set up a bank draft instead of using a card?
    Yes. You can either set that up through Bill Pay with your bank or set it up in your profile on Church Center.
  • What fees are required to give online?
    OPBC will be charged a fee for ACH and credit/ debit card payments. YOU can choose to pay those nominal fees yourself so that the church is not held responsible for them.
  • Can I give to designated funds and accounts?
    YES! There are several giving options for designated accounts such as OPBC Missions and the OPBC Building Fund. Click on the dropdown menu on the giving page to choose from General Fund or other accounts.
  • Can I track my giving?
    YES! After setting up an account, you can keep track of your gifts, offerings, and payments and print off reports as needed.
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