MAKE A STEWARDSHIP PLEDGE
You can now make your 2020 Pledge online! This link below allows you to indicate your annual pledge, and then either:
1) Set up recurring payments annually, quarterly, monthly, or weekly,
2) Or -- email [email protected] to indicate that you'll pay later by cash, check.
If you already have a Givelify username and password, or wish to establish one, then you will be able to save your banking information, and will have access to your payment history. If you have set up a user profile, after you click the "Make your Pledge online now" button below, then select the amount you would like to pledge:
Annually
Daily
Biweekly(every 2 weeks)
Monthly
Weekly
Twice a Month(1st & 16th)
At the next screen, Select the "2020 Stewardship Pledge. In the "memo" state your annual pledge amount for 2020.
Then select the "Recurring" button to set up your pledge. Or, you may make your 2020 annual pledge amount in full.
1) Set up recurring payments annually, quarterly, monthly, or weekly,
2) Or -- email [email protected] to indicate that you'll pay later by cash, check.
If you already have a Givelify username and password, or wish to establish one, then you will be able to save your banking information, and will have access to your payment history. If you have set up a user profile, after you click the "Make your Pledge online now" button below, then select the amount you would like to pledge:
Annually
Daily
Biweekly(every 2 weeks)
Monthly
Weekly
Twice a Month(1st & 16th)
At the next screen, Select the "2020 Stewardship Pledge. In the "memo" state your annual pledge amount for 2020.
Then select the "Recurring" button to set up your pledge. Or, you may make your 2020 annual pledge amount in full.
Make your 2020 Pledge Online Now
What is a pledge and why does it matter?
A pledge is a commitment of financial support for the year, which runs from January through December. Typically pledges are paid in increments—weekly, monthly or quarterly. You can give to the church without pledging, of course. Some people put money in the offering plate at worship each week or once a month. Others give in a lump sum at the beginning or end of the year. We encourage annual pledging because making and keeping promises is an important spiritual discipline that fosters faithfulness and mutual responsibility. Pledges also help the congregation to plan more wisely.
How much should I give?
There are many ways to decide how much to give. One traditional way is “percentage giving,” calculating your pledge by a percentage of your annual income. This is a biblical practice—dedicating the “first fruits” of one's labor right off the top, rather than offering what remains after all other expenses are taken care of. Traditionally, a tithe is understood to be 10%. Some people at Holy Temple give at this level, but not everyone is able to do so. If you are a first-time giver, consider giving 3% or 5%. If you already give annually, challenge yourself to raise the percentage of your giving with each new year. No matter what you give, the point is to discover and commit to a level of giving that honors God’s generosity to you and that increases your joy.
Why we give
How much you give matters; but the why of giving also matters. Here are some reasons people at Holy Temple give:
Nuts and bolts--HOLY TEMPLE is self-supporting. Salaries, ministries, building maintenance—all are paid for from pledges, other financial gifts and income from building use. It costs a lot to support our community, carry on our ministry and care for our buildings and grounds. And so we give!
Belonging — HOLY TEMPLE is not a charitable organization in the ordinary sense. It is our spiritual home. It makes a difference in our lives that other causes, worthy as they are, may not. Therefore, we give our fair share, and don't take a “free ride.” We give to us, because we belong to each other.
Saying thanks--All we have comes from God and belongs to God. By giving generously, we thank God for God's loving ownership of our lives and we dedicate what we’ve been given to God’s purposes. Giving is a practice of thanksgiving that over time makes us even more grateful. It opens our hearts to the awareness that all life is a wondrous gift.
Practicing trust--Giving generously teaches us trust God’s promise to care for us and the world. We want to see how much we can live without so that we can finally discover that what we really need most is God and each other! In turn, this leap of faith bestows many wonderful blessings—a simpler lifestyle, strengthened relationships, greater hope and deeper awareness of God's presence in our daily lives.
Is the money I give used wisely?
Financial decisions are made after prayer and deliberation during our congregational meetings as we discern God’s direction and priorities for the use of our financial resources. Each year our books are independently audited. Financial data are always open to scrutiny. We are working conscientiously to balance our budget, care for our buildings, support our ministries and plan for the future.
How do I make a pledge?
Each fall, we will send out a stewardship booklet, along with a pledge card. If you are not on our mailing list, contact the church office and request a mailing and card. When you have prayerfully decided how much to pledge, fill out the card and bring it with you to Pledge Sunday( Date TBA). If you miss Pledge Sunday, drop your card in the offering plate the next time you’re at worship, or mail it to the church office, to the attention of the Stewardship Committee Chairperson or (TBD), Minister of Stewardship & Finance.
How can I get guidance about my pledge?
Contact one of the ministers or members of the Stewardship Committee. Or talk with any member who pledges. Don’t forget to ask the Holy Spirit for guidance too! And while you’re at it, pray for everyone in our community who, like you, will makes a pledge decision every year.
Stewardship card 2020.pdf(coming soon)
A pledge is a commitment of financial support for the year, which runs from January through December. Typically pledges are paid in increments—weekly, monthly or quarterly. You can give to the church without pledging, of course. Some people put money in the offering plate at worship each week or once a month. Others give in a lump sum at the beginning or end of the year. We encourage annual pledging because making and keeping promises is an important spiritual discipline that fosters faithfulness and mutual responsibility. Pledges also help the congregation to plan more wisely.
How much should I give?
There are many ways to decide how much to give. One traditional way is “percentage giving,” calculating your pledge by a percentage of your annual income. This is a biblical practice—dedicating the “first fruits” of one's labor right off the top, rather than offering what remains after all other expenses are taken care of. Traditionally, a tithe is understood to be 10%. Some people at Holy Temple give at this level, but not everyone is able to do so. If you are a first-time giver, consider giving 3% or 5%. If you already give annually, challenge yourself to raise the percentage of your giving with each new year. No matter what you give, the point is to discover and commit to a level of giving that honors God’s generosity to you and that increases your joy.
Why we give
How much you give matters; but the why of giving also matters. Here are some reasons people at Holy Temple give:
Nuts and bolts--HOLY TEMPLE is self-supporting. Salaries, ministries, building maintenance—all are paid for from pledges, other financial gifts and income from building use. It costs a lot to support our community, carry on our ministry and care for our buildings and grounds. And so we give!
Belonging — HOLY TEMPLE is not a charitable organization in the ordinary sense. It is our spiritual home. It makes a difference in our lives that other causes, worthy as they are, may not. Therefore, we give our fair share, and don't take a “free ride.” We give to us, because we belong to each other.
Saying thanks--All we have comes from God and belongs to God. By giving generously, we thank God for God's loving ownership of our lives and we dedicate what we’ve been given to God’s purposes. Giving is a practice of thanksgiving that over time makes us even more grateful. It opens our hearts to the awareness that all life is a wondrous gift.
Practicing trust--Giving generously teaches us trust God’s promise to care for us and the world. We want to see how much we can live without so that we can finally discover that what we really need most is God and each other! In turn, this leap of faith bestows many wonderful blessings—a simpler lifestyle, strengthened relationships, greater hope and deeper awareness of God's presence in our daily lives.
Is the money I give used wisely?
Financial decisions are made after prayer and deliberation during our congregational meetings as we discern God’s direction and priorities for the use of our financial resources. Each year our books are independently audited. Financial data are always open to scrutiny. We are working conscientiously to balance our budget, care for our buildings, support our ministries and plan for the future.
How do I make a pledge?
Each fall, we will send out a stewardship booklet, along with a pledge card. If you are not on our mailing list, contact the church office and request a mailing and card. When you have prayerfully decided how much to pledge, fill out the card and bring it with you to Pledge Sunday( Date TBA). If you miss Pledge Sunday, drop your card in the offering plate the next time you’re at worship, or mail it to the church office, to the attention of the Stewardship Committee Chairperson or (TBD), Minister of Stewardship & Finance.
How can I get guidance about my pledge?
Contact one of the ministers or members of the Stewardship Committee. Or talk with any member who pledges. Don’t forget to ask the Holy Spirit for guidance too! And while you’re at it, pray for everyone in our community who, like you, will makes a pledge decision every year.
Stewardship card 2020.pdf(coming soon)