Annual Pledging

Did you know it costs approximately $1,100 per person to keep the doors of our church open?

The money we raise during our annual pledge campaign is used to operate our church, fund our events and activities, pay our staff, and maintain our building.

We, the congregation, are the major source of congregational income. Members and friends of the congregation have a responsibility to help support the congregation as their personal finances permit.

MEMBERS SPEAK OUT...

Pledging is a private, personal act undertaken to support our community. You may be wondering why people pledge and how they determine an amount that is right for them. Listen to our members speak out in support of the 2010 Pledge Campaign.

Prue Craib

Jan Glyde

PLEDGE IN 2010

The 2010 Annual Pledge Campaign brochure provides information on congregational income and expenses, a Q & A on pledging, and helpful advice regarding taxes and contributions.

We have two pledge campaigns for 2010, and you can submit your pledge(s) from this website in one of two ways :

1. Pledge electronically.

• Your Annual Pledge: To enter your annual operating pledge for 2010, click here.
• Building Renewal: To enter a new or changed building renewal pledge, click here.
• You can also click on "Donate Now" and pledge through CanadaHelps.org. CanadaHelps accepts credit-card payments.
  

2. Download a paper pledge: Print out the Pledge Forms and submit it either by mail or fax, or by handing it in to the church office.

3. Earmark your donation if you wish. You can specify that you want your pledge to be allocated to a special fund: for example, the operating fund, building renewal, the pledge fund, or the food bank. Make a note in the left-hand corner of your cheque or envelope.

OTHER FUNDING PROGRAMS

Annual pledging is supplemented by other ways of supporting the church, including Planned Giving and the Endowment Fund. If you would like to know more about these programs, contact the Stewardship Committee.