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Monday, October 23, 2006
Mobile Banking Goes Faith-Based
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Phoenix – 20 October 2006 – FaithFone Wireless™ a Phoenix based purpose driven Christian mobile phone company, announced today the launch of its mobile banking platform (BOY) “Banking On You”. FaithFone Wireless has a partnership with technology platform provider RBA International, and ACS (Affinity Card Services) to manage financial services, banking affiliations, and customer service for FaithFone Mobile Banking accountholders.
The (BOY) Mobile Banking platform is the first of its kind to be offered by a Christian mobile phone company. The service offers an individually FDIC-insured mobile banking account with a VISA Debit card, coupled with transactions and inquiry based solutions. Accountholders have 24 / 7 access to their money and account information using banking functions enabled on the FaithFone Wireless handsets in place of their PC or Bank web-site.
The platform is designed to instantly send (SMS) text alerts to the FaithFone handset anytime the accountholders VISA Debit card is used for purchases. FaithFone Mobile Banking VISA Debit card can be turned On and Off using the FaithFone Wireless handset to deactivate the card at anytime, for added security and fraud prevention. Account information can also be accessed via the www.faithfonewireless.com secure web-site to track spending, view bank statements, or do a (P2P) Payment to Person money transfer to family members and friends who are FaithFone Mobile Banking customers.
FaithFone Mobile Banking also offers its Ministry Partners a convenient Debit Card depository account, enabling the Church to receive contributions 24 / 7 from FaithFone accountholders. In addition, 1% of the total monthly bill for phone minutes purchased by Church members using the FaithFone Mobile Banking Debit card will be donated to the Ministry Partner. FaithFone Wireless is Mobilizing Ministries by offering personalized content, banking, and event notification tools via SMS text messaging to facilitate wireless congregational communications, Church growth, and member retention assurance.
You get the banking services and convenience without the banking hours, because the bank is with you wherever you go with your mobile phone 24 / 7 says Larry Witherspoon Managing Director of FaithPhone Wireless Media, Inc. With the FaithFone personalized Mobile Content and Mobile Banking, our Ministry Partners can extend the reach of the contribution chain outside the walls of the Church, by keeping members spiritually, financially, and wirelessly connected to the ministry.
The service is available to FaithFone Wireless customers, and does not require a credit check or a previous banking history. When customers sign up for the mobile service with FaithFone Wireless, they automatically qualify for the FaithFone Mobile Banking service which offers bill payment, Direct Deposit, ATM, credit reporting, and many free services.
www.faithfonewireless.com
Contact: Angel Morgan – (888) 313-FONE contact@faithfonewireless.com
Website: www.faithfonewireless.com
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Phoenix – 20 October 2006 – FaithFone Wireless™ a Phoenix based purpose driven Christian mobile phone company, announced today the launch of its mobile banking platform (BOY) “Banking On You”. FaithFone Wireless has a partnership with technology platform provider RBA International, and ACS (Affinity Card Services) to manage financial services, banking affiliations, and customer service for FaithFone Mobile Banking accountholders.
The (BOY) Mobile Banking platform is the first of its kind to be offered by a Christian mobile phone company. The service offers an individually FDIC-insured mobile banking account with a VISA Debit card, coupled with transactions and inquiry based solutions. Accountholders have 24 / 7 access to their money and account information using banking functions enabled on the FaithFone Wireless handsets in place of their PC or Bank web-site.
The platform is designed to instantly send (SMS) text alerts to the FaithFone handset anytime the accountholders VISA Debit card is used for purchases. FaithFone Mobile Banking VISA Debit card can be turned On and Off using the FaithFone Wireless handset to deactivate the card at anytime, for added security and fraud prevention. Account information can also be accessed via the www.faithfonewireless.com secure web-site to track spending, view bank statements, or do a (P2P) Payment to Person money transfer to family members and friends who are FaithFone Mobile Banking customers.
FaithFone Mobile Banking also offers its Ministry Partners a convenient Debit Card depository account, enabling the Church to receive contributions 24 / 7 from FaithFone accountholders. In addition, 1% of the total monthly bill for phone minutes purchased by Church members using the FaithFone Mobile Banking Debit card will be donated to the Ministry Partner. FaithFone Wireless is Mobilizing Ministries by offering personalized content, banking, and event notification tools via SMS text messaging to facilitate wireless congregational communications, Church growth, and member retention assurance.
You get the banking services and convenience without the banking hours, because the bank is with you wherever you go with your mobile phone 24 / 7 says Larry Witherspoon Managing Director of FaithPhone Wireless Media, Inc. With the FaithFone personalized Mobile Content and Mobile Banking, our Ministry Partners can extend the reach of the contribution chain outside the walls of the Church, by keeping members spiritually, financially, and wirelessly connected to the ministry.
The service is available to FaithFone Wireless customers, and does not require a credit check or a previous banking history. When customers sign up for the mobile service with FaithFone Wireless, they automatically qualify for the FaithFone Mobile Banking service which offers bill payment, Direct Deposit, ATM, credit reporting, and many free services.
www.faithfonewireless.com
Contact: Angel Morgan – (888) 313-FONE contact@faithfonewireless.com
Website: www.faithfonewireless.com
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About Religion Press Release Services
Religion Press Release Services distributes press releases, press advisories, photos and other stories on behalf of religious organizations, denominational offices, think tanks, watchdog groups, advocacy groups, coalitions, foundations, colleges, universities, seminaries, publishers and others.
The organizations and/or individuals who submit materials for distribution by Religion Press Release Services are solely responsible for the facts in and accuracy of their materials. Religion Press Release Services will correct any errors brought to its attention.
Contact Us
To distribute press releases through Religion Press Release Services, contact Claudia Sans at csans@religionnews.com or 202-383-7870. For more information check out our PDF brochure.
Religion News Service, 1101 Connecticut Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20036 (202) 463-8777
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