100 words | I will probably be excommunicated for saying this but…

Would acacians be averse to paying dues? This may not be a popular idea, but please let me explain. If people paid, say, $100 a year to be a member of Acacia, it’ll cover church lunch, retreat, and any incidental costs that the fellowship may incur throughout the year. Whatever is left over can go to a rainy day fund, and it will likely encourage more budgetary discretion when planning church lunches and retreats. This would also clearly differentiate the members from guests and visitors and encourage members to attend as they have a vested interest. Just a random brainfart…