The break-in happened early Tuesday morning at the Hillcrest Methodist Church in the 400 block of Hillcrest Avenue in Penny Hill.
Police say someone broke into the church through a window between 3 and 9 a.m., stole cash and a check, then took off.
Police have released no description of the suspect.
Anyone with information about the crime is asked to contact New Castle County Police at (302) 573-2800.
Citizens can also submit tips through the department's website at http://www.nccpd.com.
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