How to Donate or Give Online to Zoar Lutheran Church

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Zoar Lutheran Church and Preschool welcomes gifts given either in person or through online donation. The church website lists two giving entry points — "Easy Online Giving" and a "DONATE" button — both described as ways to "help support Zoar's ministries." If you want to give online, start at zoarlutheran.org and look for either of those links; if you prefer to give personally, you can do so when you attend.

What the Website Says About Giving

The giving section on the site states plainly: "If you would like to help support Zoar's ministries, we welcome your gift either personally or through online donation." That single sentence covers both options:

  • Personally — give in person, presumably when you attend worship or visit the church.
  • Online — use the online donation route the site provides.

The site does not publish a list of accepted payment methods, processing platforms, minimum or suggested gift amounts, or whether gifts are tax-deductible. Those details would need to come from the church directly.

Where to Find the Giving Links

The site's own navigation labels the giving options as:

Label on site What it points to
Easy Online Giving The online donation route
DONATE A donation button in the giving section

Both appear in the same area of the page as the giving message, so once you reach the giving section you should see them together.

Steps to Give Online

  1. Go to zoarlutheran.org.
  2. Find the giving section — look for the heading about supporting Zoar's ministries, or the Easy Online Giving / DONATE links.
  3. Select Easy Online Giving or DONATE to open the donation form.
  4. Enter your gift details and complete the transaction.

The site does not describe what the form itself contains, so the exact fields and confirmation steps aren't documented here.

If You'd Rather Give in Person

The same giving statement covers this: gifts are welcome "personally." In-person giving fits naturally with the church's regular gathering times — worship is held every Sunday at 10:30 am, in person, on Zoom, or on YouTube. Attending a Sunday service is the most straightforward way to give personally.

Other Ways to Support and Stay Connected

Beyond direct giving, the site lists several ways to stay involved with the congregation's life:

  • Worship — Sundays at 10:30 am, in person, on Zoom (ID 316 627 973, password 927071), on YouTube, or audio-only by phone at 253.205.0468.
  • Email list — join it to receive updates.
  • Blog — follow the "Service to God's Love" blog.
  • Social media — follow on Facebook and YouTube.
  • Ministries — learn about the church's ministries, including Vacation Bible School and a Tuesday Community Dinner.

Common Questions

Is online giving free? The site doesn't say. No fees or costs are mentioned, so don't assume either way — check the donation form or ask the church.

Can I set up recurring gifts? Not stated on the site. The giving description only mentions a gift, without specifying one-time versus recurring.

Who do I contact with giving questions? The site doesn't list a giving-specific contact. The church is located at 190 SW 3rd Avenue, Canby, OR, and you can reach out through the email list signup or in person on Sunday.

Does my gift go to the preschool or the church? The giving message says gifts support "Zoar's ministries" generally. It doesn't break out preschool versus congregation funding, so ask directly if you want your gift designated.