Ep. 5 Generosity with a Capital G with Wendy Pawsey
Release Date: 05/13/2025
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In this episode of Active Generosity, we are joined by Rev. Wendy Pawsey, Elim Minister, Head of Giving for the Evangelical Alliance and author of ‘Generous with a Capital G’.
Wendy reflects on her faith journey and how that intersects with her experience of generosity as something that “flows from the heart” to create massive impact. She also shares stories and insights from her book on generosity in which she inspires all of us to rethink the difference our money can make.
Enter our giveaway!
Wendy is giving away 10 copies of her book ‘Generous with a Capital G’. To enter, simply subscribe to our podcast email and tick the box to enter the giveaway. Already subscribed? You're still welcome to enter - simply complete the form and tick the box (you won't receive our podcast emails twice!).
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Wendy’s favourite Bible verse on generosity:
“Now, who is willing to consecrate themselves to the Lord today?” 1 Chronicles 29:5 (NIV)
See our note on Bible usage: https://www.stewardship.org.uk/bible-usage
How you can pray for Wendy:
that she would have more opportunities to share what is in her book about generosity
that God would take her onto another level of freedom in generosity
Related links:
Generous with a Capital G: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Generous-Big-Creating-financial-generosity/dp/1912726831
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