Stewardship Campaign FAQ – Key Questions
Church Budget & Use of Funds

How is the church’s budget created?

The annual budget is prepared by members of the finance committee and the Bishop’s committee in late fall after pledges are submitted. The budget is based on the previous year’s expenses, and the next year’s financial needs for maintaining mission, ministry and caring for our facilities.

Where does my money go? What does it support? What percentage of the budget supports outreach, worship, diocesan giving, facilities, etc.?

80% of St. Anne’s operating income comes from pledges and regular giving from members.  This money directly supports St. Anne’s outreach, worship, facilities and church administration, and also supports our Diocese.   It also funds salary and benefits for clergy and staff, who then use their time and talents to support St. Anne’s outreach, worship, pastoral care, facilities, and administration.

(Diocesan A* is St. Anne’s support of Diocesan activities: our Diocesan Assessment, and our Vicar’s time spent serving on Diocesan boards.)

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