{"product_id":"the-ministry-of-asking-paperback","title":"The Ministry of Asking - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eDavid Forster Sellery\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFundraising is often misunderstood. Many leaders fear it, avoid it, or treat it as a necessary burden. But what if asking is not about money at all? What if asking is actually ministry?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eThe Ministry of Asking\u003c\/em\u003e, nonprofit leader and spiritual writer David F. Sellery reframes one of the most uncomfortable responsibilities of leadership and reveals its deeper purpose. Asking is not manipulation. It is not pressure. It is an invitation into mission, generosity, and transformation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuilding on the vision introduced in \u003cem\u003eThe Heart of Giving\u003c\/em\u003e, this book explores the spiritual and relational dimensions of fundraising. Through practical insight, real-world experience, and thoughtful reflection, Sellery shows how asking can become an act of stewardship, trust, and partnership.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInside this book, readers will discover: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Why asking is essential to healthy mission-driven organizations\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e - How generosity grows through relationships rather than transactions\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e - The spiritual foundations of fundraising\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e - Practical ways to approach donors with confidence and integrity\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e - How leaders can overcome fear, hesitation, and discomfort around asking\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e - A healthier model of fundraising rooted in purpose and faith\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDrawing from years of experience working with faith-based and nonprofit organizations, Sellery offers a perspective that is both practical and deeply reflective. He demonstrates that when asking is done with authenticity, clarity, and respect, it becomes something far more meaningful than a financial request. It becomes a ministry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book is written for: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Nonprofit leaders\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e - Development professionals\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e - Pastors and ministry teams\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e - Board members\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e - Anyone responsible for sustaining mission-driven work\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you are new to fundraising or have spent years in development work, \u003cem\u003eThe Ministry of Asking\u003c\/em\u003e offers a refreshing and thoughtful approach that transforms the act of asking into an opportunity for connection, generosity, and shared purpose.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause when people are invited into meaningful work, they don't just give.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThey participate in something bigger than themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 98\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.2 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e February 28, 2026\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45146306379855,"sku":"9798348544140","price":23.18,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/3083\/3487\/files\/yFHVIi8LNW9798348544140.webp?v=1777229818","url":"https:\/\/lumaryon.com\/products\/the-ministry-of-asking-paperback","provider":"Lumaryon Universal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}