Plus 1% for Home Mission 

 

All of our Baptist Churches are asked to give 5% of their income to the Home Mission Appeal. This is all about helping Baptist churches and individuals to reach their mission potential and bring the love of God to their communities.

In 2026, we are inviting every Baptist church to give “Plus 1% for Home Mission” an increase of just 1% on what you are currently giving. So, for example, if you gave 3% of your church’s annual general income to Home Mission in 2025, we’re inviting you to give 4% of your church’s annual general income to Home Mission in 2026.

 

 

Resources for your Churches & Communities

Please find below three videos to use in your churches or communities to promote the appeal:

Home Mission: The Invitation to Plus 1%
An invitation to invest in what God is doing across the Baptist Movement. This short film shows how Home Mission funding supports healthy churches, pioneering mission, chaplaincies, and children, youth and families’ ministry across the Baptist Movement in the UK. By increasing giving by just 1%, churches can release more resources for mission and bring hope to their communities. Plus 1% for Home Mission: will you join us? 
 

Home Mission: A Critical Moment
This video thanks churches for their faithful giving and explains why the Baptist family is at a critical point. As needs grow, Home Mission income has not kept pace. A simple step: Plus 1% in 2026, could sustain vital support, train future ministers, and enable new and pioneering mission across the UK. This is partnership in God’s mission.
 

Home Mission: Did you know?
Did you know your church already saves hundreds,  sometimes thousands of pounds each year through Home Mission?
From subsidised training and safeguarding support to legal advice, DBS checks, and Regional Minister support, this video reveals the practical impact of Home Mission giving, and why increasing it by Plus 1% matters now. Together, let’s keep this going