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1 Stewardship Campaign It only takes one step forward from all of us

2 The Six Marks of Discipleship (expectations of membership) Disciples extend a bold welcome to others Disciples worship the living God Disciples serve well and do Justice Disciples engage in lifelong learning and spiritual growth Disciples are civically and politically active Disciples understand the financial needs of our church and are generous with their money

3 Disciples extend a bold welcome to others Legacy- Open and affirming church A sense of welcoming to the community New- Additional greeters in midway Expanded coffee hours with refreshments Name Tags Welcome desk Hopes and Dreams- Welcomers offering a personal welcome to visitors Formalized follow up program for visitors Add a welcome table

4 Disciples worship the living God Legacy- Two services each Sunday Evening worship opportunities Strong music program Strong preaching New- Sunday service format and program updated Increase in Lay participation of all ages Upgraded microphones Hopes and Dreams More musical variety Include personal testimonials Improve audio & visual capabilities Hearing assistance system

5 Disciples serve well and do justice Legacy- Teach Sunday School Committees Mission services COTS CROP Walk Meals on Wheels Possibility Shop Providing a home for New Alpha Missionary Church JUMP Open & Affirming Church

6 Disciples serve well and do justice (continued) New- Expanded Pastoral care COLA increase for staff Commitment to pay just wages Hopes and Dreams- Increase salaries to a just level Expand service learning opportunities Justice advocacy in the community Streamline committee systems Empowering people to Lay Ministry Intergenerational mission opportunities

7 Photos Disciples engage in lifelong learning and spiritual growth Legacy- Children & Youth programs Lenten series Bible study Pulpit exchanges New- A second Bible study More book groups PATH Program for all High School Students Forums What s Theology got to do with it? Hopes and Dreams- Expand education programs for all ages More small group opportunities for learning & fellowship

8 Disciples are civically and politically active Legacy- Called a new minister Honoring & welcoming the open discussion of issues Support gay community New- Kitchen Table talks More open privacy policy Sermons inviting us to live out our civic & political faith Hopes and Dreams- Continue to address social and political issues

9 Disciples understand the financial needs of our church and are generous with their money Legacy- Ministry to James Hospital in Colachel, India Building Campaign Planned Giving New- Collaborative budget development and transparent financial reporting Kitchen Table discussion of financial status Person to Person Campaign Comprehensive Needs Committee Gift Policy Hopes and Dreams- Mission projects Prioritize critical projects to produce good in the world (Path to Peace, etc.) 100% participation in Pledging Increase overall giving

10 Photos Aspirational Budget $640,000 includes $40,000 increase to salaries $7,000 increase to Mission $4,100 increase to educational programs

11 It only takes one step forward from all of us $508,000 pledge goal for $58,000 increase over last year 100% participation Fill out your pledge card and return by Consecration Sunday April 6th

12 Total Pledges It only takes one step forward from all of us First Congregational Church Pledge Analysis $600,000 $500,000 $33,000 $400,000 $300,000 $200,000 $75,000 $68,000 $142,000 $10,200 $47,900 $76,011 $130,037 $10,200 $15,000 $60,079 $91,568 $10,000+ $7,000-$9,999 $5,000-$6,999 $3,000-$4,999 $1,000-$2999 $500-$999 $1-499 $100,000 $150,000 $152,522 $141,258 $28,000 $24,225 $30,894 $0 $12,000 $10,132 $10, Goal Fiscal Year # Pledges

13 Materials packet Letter from Stewardship Committee Brochure Aspirational budget OCWM Brochure Pledge Card Return envelope Fill out your pledge card and return by Consecration Sunday April 6th

14 Questions?

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