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Give Back Pledging annual financial support is one critical way that members of St. John's express their support in for the continuation of a vital Episcopal church presence in Charlestown. Annual pledges support everything we do at Saint Johns. Our annual budget is driven by the generosity of our parishioners primarily as a result of annual pledges. These pledges support all of our operating costs of our ministry programs, building and staff operations, Godly Play, and nursery caregivers. Money raised through pledges goes to cover our annual operating expenses, such as the Rector's salary, building heating and electric, and program expenses. Programs such as the choir, youth program, Godly Play Sunday school, and adult education programs are all included in the annual budget. Pledges are combined with additional income from fundraising events, rent from tenants, and grants from the diocese to balance our budget each year. Annual pledges are the foundation of the practice of generosity and stewardship that nurtures and grows our parish life. A pledge to saint Johns is an important and individual decision based upon each individual or family's financial situation. We believe that our standard of giving should reflect our current standard of living. Proportionate giving is based on the premise that the first fruits are given back to God in grateful response to what God has given us. It refers to a conscious effort to challenge oneself to determine an appropriate level of giving. We ask each parishioner to consider making an annual pledge in proportion to income. A pledge can always be adjusted throughout the year. We suggest that you pledge responsibly on what you know you can afford based upon your conservative estimate of the upcoming years income. A pledge can always be increased, if your income circumstances change. If you would like to make a pledge, or if you have questions, please contact Jonathan McCormick, our Stewardship Chair. |
