In recent years, tithing has been taught revived in Christian circles Orthodox Churches as a form of "[[stewardship" ]] that God requires of Christians. The primary argument is that God has never formally "abolished" the tithe, and thus Christians should pay the tithe (usually calculated at 10 percent of all gross income from all sources), usually to the local congregation (though some teach that a part of the tithe can go to other Christian ministries, so long as total giving is at least 10 percent). Some holding Jurisdictions that have encouraged shifting from a system of dues to stewardship based on the tithe include the [[prosperity theologyOrthodox Church in America]] doctrines go even further, teaching that God will ''bless'' those who tithe and ''curse'' those who do not. Opponents argue that the only Biblical references to the tithe occurred (or referenced events that occurred) during the period [[Antiochian Orthodox Christian Archdiocese of Mosaic Law, applicable only to Jews. They further argue that Jesus taught He came to "fulfill" the Law, which they believe occurred at His crucifixion, and therefore Christians are no longer obligated to pay a minimum amount, but should give only as God specifically directs them to do (which may be more or less than 10 percent). There has also been much controversy with the introduction North America|Antiochian Archdiocese of "membership covenants" in many evangelical churches in North America, spearheaded by many mega-churches. These covenants, such as those introduced at the Willowcreek (IL) and Saddleback (CA) mega-churches, require giving 10% to that church as a condition of membership. Prospective members must sign off on a contract and are interviewed regarding their lifestyle, including tithing. Proponents say this is accountability. Opponents say this teaching is extortion]].