KEEPING UP WITH STEWARDSHIP

When Canon Betit visited St. Margaret’s, he reminded us of the importance of continuing to honor our pledge commitments for 2016. Even though we do not have a full-time rector right now, there are still many expenses related to operating the church, and we cannot allow our pledges to decline.

Our commitment and willingness to continue to grow as a community seeking, sharing and serving Christ is strong. Let’s strive to come together as a community, where we each, as we can, share of our time, talent and treasure to support this parish and its mission. Together with Christ we can make wonderful things happen!

“You will be enriched in every way to be generous in every way, which through us will produce thanksgiving to God. For the ministry of this service is not only supplying the needs of the saints but is also overflowing in many thanksgivings to God.” (II Corinthians 9)

~ Kim Irvine on behalf of the Stewardship Committee

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Dear God,

Your church is composed of people like me. I help make it what it is.

... It will be friendly, if I am.

... Its pews will be filled, if I help to fill them.

... It will do great work, if I work.

... It will bring generous gifts to many causes, if I am a generous giver.

... It will bring other people into its worship and fellowship, if I invite and bring them.

... It will be a church where people grow in faith and serve you, if I am open to such growth and service.

Therefore, with your help Lord, we shall dedicate ourselves to the task of being all the things you want your church to be. Amen.

- Anonymous. Source unknown