Eliminate Debt…Build Wealth…Achieve Financial Peace!

What is Financial Peace University – and why should I take the course?
 
Financial Peace University (FPU) is a 13-week financial management class built upon common sense, Biblically–based financial principles. The class combines Dave Ramsey’s entertaining and fast–paced video lessons on money management with the accountability of small group discussions and relationships.

“Seventy percent of families are living pay check to paycheck,” states Ramsey. “They are overworked and overstressed because of the out-of-control spending that our culture encourages. FPU teaches God’s plan for money management.”

Two FPU classes will be begin at St. Paul’s in August – one on Sundays 5-7 p.m. and one on Thursdays 6-8 p.m. The Sunday class will begin August 24, and the Thursday class on August 28. 

Who is Financial Peace University Designed For?

• Anyone who feels like there isn’t enough money to take care of everything
• Those with credit card debt that’s overwhelming them
• People who make a good living, but don’t feel like they are “getting ahead”
• Those who feel like they don’t know where all their money goes each month…
• Young couples just getting started
• Folks planning for retirement
• Parents with college tuitions to pay for
• …EVERYONE!

What Will I Learn in the Course – and How is it different from Crown Ministries or Good Sense?

Financial Peace includes lots of practical financial information that will help you:

• Get control of your money
• Follow a step-by-step process for getting out – and staying out – of debt
• Put together a monthly spending plan that really works
• Set financial goals and communicate about money
• Know what insurance to buy and what to avoid
• Plan for retirement and make good investment decisions
• Buy or sell a home the right way
• Know how to find GREAT bargains
• Utilize a good money plan to strengthen your marriage
• Eliminate the stress that comes from financial problems

What’s the Cost?

The cost for the course is $100 per family for a lifetime membership (MSRP value of $199). St. Paul’s members who have taken the course say it is WELL worth the investment. In fact, the average family taking Financial Peace University reduces their debt by $5,300 and saves $2,700 during the 13-weeks of the course.

For your $100, you receive the FPU workbook, audio CDs that include all 13 lessons, Dave Ramsey’s best-selling book, budgeting forms, and lots more tools to help you. Plus, you can take the course again at any time at no additional cost.

What about Childcare?

Childcare will be provided for a minimal fee ($2 per child per class). Please indicate that you will need childcare – and children’s ages – when you sign up.

How Do I Sign Up?

Simply fill out the registration form below or call Cathie Diggs at the St. Paul’s office, 873-1991. FPU kits are being ordered when payment is received. If you have a serious financial situation that makes the $100 payment impossible for you, please talk with Cathie Diggs. Assistance is available.

To find out more about Dave Ramsey and Financial Peace University click below:

Dave Ramsey homepage

Financial Peace University

Financial Peace University has had a HUGE impact on my life! By Laurie Rice I attended a Dave Ramsey seminar six years ago, and I was hooked. Seeing Dave Ramsey live is an awesome experience – filled with great teaching and very motivational. After attending the seminar, I knew I wanted more, so I signed up for FPU at a church in Goose Creek. I never imagined that learning how to handle money could actually be done in such a fun and entertaining way!  He takes you through baby steps so that you won’t be overwhelmed – even if you are totally immersed in debt. Since my first FPU six years ago, I have facilitated the course three times. I have paid off over $60,000 in debt, and I am now debt free, including my house. I have an emergency fund and have experienced what a blessing that can be. But it didn’t happen overnight. As Dave says, he does not offer any “microwave” solutions. Even though I will be attending FPU for the 5th time when St. Paul’s offers the course beginning in August, I am still just as excited as I was at the completion of my first class. Each time I attend, I learn new things and reinforce what I have already learned. I hope to see you there! I think you will be pleasantly surprised -- and rewarded many times over.

"I never imagined that learning how to handle money could actually be done in such a fun and entertaining way!"