The Basics of Support Raising • Episode 204
Referrals
May 24, 2024
Referrals are important! And maybe not as terrible as you think.
In part 4, host Callie Davis unpacks "Referrals" with guest Erin Sparks, director of the ministry of partnership development at Every Nation churches and ministries.
Is it too much to ask for referrals in an appointment? How can it be done well? Is asking for referrals necessary?
The Basics of Support Raising contains eight episodes, jam-packed with wisdom and insight to encourage you and strengthen your foundation, no matter where you are on the journey.
The Support Raising Podcast, by Via, is excited to bring you the best leaders and practitioners in these three areas: spiritually healthy, vision-driven, and fully funded. Their insight will help you move forward in your partnership development.
Show Notes:
SERIES 01: The Basics of Support Raising
Series Preview [1 Minute]
Here's a preview of a few of our amazing guests in "The Basics of Support Raising" video podcast series.
Basic Elements
What are the absolute, most essential pieces someone needs to be successful at partnership development? Host Callie Davis is joined by Jonathon Spaid, Brooke Waresak, and Jenn Fortner to dive into this question.
Biblical Asking
What is the biblical basis for inviting people to partner financially, to ASK? What can a variety of different, but successful asks look like? Join Tony Dentman and host Callie Davis as they unpack these questions.
Perspective of a God-Asker
Why is a support raiser’s perspective foundational for success? Join Steve Shadrach and Mark Wilson as they unpack the Perspective of a God-Asker.
Referrals
Crowdsourcing vs. Partnership
Do alternative forms of raising money skip partnership development? Join host Mark Wilson and guest Charles Wesley Jr. as they discuss this crucial topic.
Communication
What basic communication skills and practices do support raisers need to know and embrace? Join host Mark Wilson and guest Ian Hsu for part 6 of The Basics of Support Raising series.
Created to Give
What's God's plan for his people concerning generosity and ministry? Join host Mark Wilson and guests Ellis Goldstein, Patrick Johnson, and Todd Moore for part 7 of The Basics of Support Raising series.