Parishioner’s Guide to ParishPay: Frequently Asked
Questions
Q. What is an Automated Giving Program?
A.
It is an automated means to financially support
the parish through monthly contributions from your checking,
savings, or credit card account. There is NO cost to participate in
the program.
Q. How Does It Relate to the Use of the Weekly
Envelopes?
A.
If you choose to participate in the Automated Giving Program, then
it replaces the use of weekly envelopes.
Q. What happens with parishioners who feel
uncomfortable not having something to physically drop into the
collection basket?
A.
Special “donation” slips are available for those enrolled in the
automated giving program, to be dropped into the collection basket,
should you wish.
Q. How do I enroll?
A.
Enrollment is easy and free. You can enroll by filling out an
enrollment form at the rectory, signing up directly on the ParishPay
website at www.parishpay.com
or calling 866-PARISH-1. The process is quick and takes less than
two minutes.
Q. Can I contribute to second collections
including both parish and diocesan collections?
A.
Yes, all automated giving participants have the opportunity to
contribute to second and special collections at the parish,
including Christmas, Easter, Peter’s Pence and more.
Q. How does a parishioner change his
information, such as the amount of his/her donation, bank account
number or mailing address?
A.
The parishioner can provide these changes to the church office or
rectory or directly by visiting the website at
www.parishpay.com
Q. Which payment methods are accepted?
A.
Automated transfers from your checking, savings accounts or major
credit cards such as American Express, Visa, MasterCard, and
Discover may be used to make monthly contributions, one-time gifts,
and pledge payments.
Q. Does the parishioner receive receipts for
tax purposes?
A.
Yes, all contributors enrolled with ParishPay can print out an
annual receipt directly from the website every January, which they
can use as documentation for the IRS.
Q. Can I donate a one-time gift or pledge for a
specific term?
A.
Yes, one time gifts are graciously accepted. Participants can also
arrange for a specific amount to be paid over a number of months.
Q. Can a person sign up for automatic
contributions even if he is not already registered with that parish
or residing within the parish boundaries?
A.
Yes. All stewards are encouraged to enroll.
