Jun 5th, 2010
Announcement from the Stewardship Committee
It has been awhile since there has been a message from the Stewardship Committee. This is an indication that the congregation has responded well with financial support.
However currently we are not keeping pace with this year’s commitment. Even more troubling is that we are behind in comparison to last year.
The gospels refer to so many references by Christ urging us to provide financial support for the work of the church. He knew it was not an easy subject for us.
Without our budgeted revenue Betty and Sylvia have to juggle expenses and explain delayed payments which add extra work to a busy work schedule.
At our annual meeting in February the Stewardship Committee gave thoughtful consideration to this year’s budget and projected only a 5% increase in givings for a growing list of congregational needs.
Christ makes reference to the cheerful and generous giver. I think we are all familiar with the story of the widow’s mite. This impoverished lady gave almost all she had and Christ’s heart went out to her.
When we consider making our offering each week and supporting the periodic requests for special financial help, are we giving from the heart or are we giving what is left over after paying for our busy life styles.
Only you know the answer to that question and whether you are responding to Christ’s call to strengthen his church.
Being a Pre Authorized Remittance (PAR) member you know that His request is being met regardless of whether you attend Sunday morning service. It is such a simple process. I would be happy to answer any questions with anyone who is interested.
Please give prayerful consideration to increasing your offering. It doesn’t have to be a burden if we all step forward and make a renewed commitment.
John McCutcheon on behalf of the Stewardship Committee.
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