Why You Shouldn't Tithe

Why You Shouldn't Tithe

From The Catholic Money Show from WalletWin by WalletWin

March 10, 2026 · 25 min

About this episode

Jonathan and Amanda discuss why the common understanding of tithing in the Catholic Church may not be as straightforward as many believe.

Jonathan and Amanda reveal why tithing isn’t a good idea.At least not in the way many Catholics think about it.In this episode of The Catholic Money Show, they unpack the common assumption that Catholics are required to give a strict 10% tithe and explain why the Church actually calls us to something deeper than a simple percentage. In this episode they discuss:• What the tithe meant in the Old Testament• Why the Catholic Church does not mandate a strict 10% tithe• How to discern how much you should give• Why budgeting helps you give more intentionally• Practical ways to support your parish, diocese, and other ministriesYou’ll also hear guidance for common questions like whether giving should be based on gross or net income, what to do if you’re in debt, and how to balance generosity with caring for your family.Note: This is a repost of an older episode that remains highly relevant for Catholics thinking seriously about generosity and stewardship today.Resources Mentioned:Learn how to start budgeting in minutes: https://www.walletwin.com

People in this episode

Hosts: Jonathan, Amanda

Topics covered

  • tithing
  • Catholic generosity
  • budgeting
  • stewardship
  • financial giving

Keywords

  • tithe
  • Catholic Church
  • generosity
  • budgeting
  • financial stewardship
  • giving
  • debt
  • charity

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Catholic Church, WalletWin

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