Stewardship Campaign FAQ – Key Questions
Community & Participation

I’m new to the church. Should I pledge?

One of the ways that Episcopalians participate in church is by making a gift of time, talent, and treasure. As you consider becoming an active member of this community, how would you like to share your gifts? There are so many ways to serve in the liturgy, in our programs, volunteering for groups and work around the church, and making regular financial gifts. All of our members give something of themselves, and we ask that you discern what your offerings might be. What if I don’t have much to give?

We read in Mark 12: 41-44 about the Widow’s Mite, reminding us that every gift matters when it is made from the heart: “Jesus sat down opposite the treasury and watched the crowd putting money into the treasury. Many rich people put in large sums. A poor widow came and put in two small copper coins, which are worth a penny. Then he called his disciples and said to them, “Truly I tell you, this poor widow has put in more than all those who are contributing to the treasury. For all of them have contributed out of their abundance, but she out of her poverty has put in everything she had, all she had to live on.”

Can I participate in the church without pledging?

Wherever you are on your journey of faith you are welcome here. Our community is a welcoming, vibrant one where every member contributes their gifts to support our work. However you choose to show your generosity to this congregation will be appreciated.

What if I already give my time—why give money too?

Our whole stewardship, the way we give thanks for all the ways in which we have been blessed by God, is comprised of our time, talent, and treasure. All three go into creating a sustainable community focused on its mission to support the faithful and to meet our neighbors where they are with love and joy.

How does my pledge support the church’s mission in the community and beyond?

In our community, every dollar goes to mission. Our outreach, our operations, our community and pastoral care are all member-supported ministries. Our budget and our narrative budget describe how we share our resources with our neighbors.

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