Stewardship
Stewardship is about helping God’s people grow in their relationship with Jesus through the use of the
time, talents and finances that God has entrusted to them. It is a way of life.
time, talents and finances that God has entrusted to them. It is a way of life.
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Giving 2016
Throughout the Bible, we are reminded that God is a giver of all good things. God gives us life and “this fragile earth, our island home.” We are all part of this “giving community” at Holy Nativity Church. While giving levels vary in the congregation, all of us are asked to make a gift that reflects our gratitude for a giving God and our care for one another. We are called to make our giving a reflection of God’s giving to us. The journey of faith is best done by a community. The annual giving campaign is a time set aside to reflect on how the practice of intentional giving is in keeping with all that God has given us. One of the most important passages of the Bible, John 3:16 states, “For God so loved the world that He gave His only son.” God so loves each and every one of us that God gave and continues to give. Holy Nativity Church’s 2016 stewardship campaign is now underway. Your pledge will support Holy Nativity’s work, mission, and many ministries in the coming year. Your pledge is crucial to how we grow and flourish as a parish. Please take to heart the role your parish community plays in your weekly life and pray over your giving for 2016.
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Holy Nativity depends on donations to sustain its programs and facilities. Each fall, during the annual stewardship drive, parishioners pledge to donate a certain amount of money over the next calendar year. The annual pledge drive raises general operating funds – the money that keeps the church doors open; pays worship, music and program expenses; and supports clergy and staff salaries.
We are raising money now to fund the budget for calendar year 2016. While the goal is to gather sufficient pledges in November and early December to allow the Vestry to finalize the 2016 budget before year's end, pledges are gratefully accepted throughout the year! Please consider making a 2016 pledge; the programs and activities Holy Nativity is able to offer depend directly on the generosity of our members and friends! |
Stewardship Letter
from the Rector and Senior Warden October 2015
Dear Members of Holy Nativity both old and new, I am delighted that all of you desire to make The Church of the Holy Nativity your spiritual home. We are blessed to share God’s awesome abundance together. Each week, we are nurtured in word and sacrament. We are empowered by the Holy Spirit to care for those who are ill or hurting and welcome all those searching for a connection to God and community. Your generosity, in response to all God has given you, allows us to continue to live out the good news of God in our community. The life of faith is a journey we make together, not a solo expedition. The annual giving campaign is a time set aside to reflect on how the practice of intentional giving is in keeping with what God has given us. One of the most important passages of the Bible, John 3:16 states: “For God so loved the world that He gave His only son.” God so loves each and every one of us that God gave and continues to give. Last year we encouraged those of you who were working towards a tithe to consider increasing your pledge by $1,350.00, the daily operating cost of our parish. The same is being suggested this year. Such an act of faith and generosity will need to be prayerfully considered in conversation with God. We only ask that your giving be out of gratitude, joy, and delight in knowing you are furthering God’s work in the world around. Treasure is not the only part of stewardship. Stewardship also involves sharing our time and talent. There are so many ways to be involved in the parish. Enclosed you will find the pledge card for 2016 that allows you to designate your pledge and also list the areas of service and outreach that you are willing to participate in. Please complete the card and return it on ingathering Sunday, November 15, 2015, or mail it to the church office. The leadership of the parish prays that your giving will come from a deep abiding sense of gratitude for the gift of Christ. Our lives are enriched when we give not from a perspective of “what is my fair share,” or even, “what can I afford.” Rather, our faith comes alive when we give from an expectant grace-filled and grateful heart. Giving generously gives us strength and hope for the journey ahead. Thank you for joining us as we consider God’s gifts to each of us. May our exploration open us to a deeper gratitude for the gift of Christ and each other in our community. Yours in Christ, Rev. Debra Vanover Dr. Barbara Poole-Street Rector Senior Warden |
