Growing in Gratitude
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On Sunday, October 25 on behalf of the Stewardship Committee, Amy Hurley announced the theme for this year’s campaign, Growing in Gratitude. Amy shared, “For me, when things have been hard during my life, I often try to practice gratitude to help me get perspective and stay grounded…. Looking at all the good fortune in my life, rather than dwelling on a problem.”
Gratitude runs completely counter to the “never-enough” culture of the world around us. It asks us to give thanks for everything in our lives, good or bad, that has brought us to the present moment; to receive this moment, with all its blessings and challenges, as a gift; and to look to the future with hope and commitment. With all that is happening in the world, this has definitely been a year for lots of gratitude practice.
During November, we hope to grow in gratitude by inviting you, the members of our church community, to share your appreciation for all that God has done in the past; all the ways Christ is being embodied in this present moment, even in the disruptions we’re experiencing; and all the ways the Spirit is leading us into the future. In worship each Sunday until Thanksgiving, we will share a special stewardship moment, an opportunity to reflect on gratitude, in gratitude as we contemplate our financial pledges toward the church budget for 2021.
Last year we received pledges and gifts of nearly $400,000 to carry on the good word and work of our church. Thank you for committing your time, talent, care and resources to the Congregational Church of Needham so generously. That’s what stewardship is about. We hope you will consider making a gift this year, too. Here’s how:
You should have received a stewardship letter from members Chris and Rachel Busby that includes a pledge form. These pledge forms are essential, as they let us know what sort of support we can count on and plan the church budget accordingly. You can mail in your form or drop it off in the secure mailbox outside the church office. You can contact our church administrator, Danielle Jurdan, at (781) 444-2510 or office@needhamucc.org, and she will gladly fill a pledge form out for you. You can fill it out a form online on our website at www.needhamucc.org/giving. Note: If you give electronically, PLEASE go ahead and review your giving and fill out a new pledge form for 2021.
Thank you for your prayerful consideration of making a pledge to the Congregational Church of Needham. We know it’s been a difficult year, and we appreciate each and every one of you who make our church such a special place to come together to worship and make the world a better place.
The Stewardship Committee comprises Rev. John Gage, Amy Hurley, Heather Salerno, and Jackie Allen.
Gratitude runs completely counter to the “never-enough” culture of the world around us. It asks us to give thanks for everything in our lives, good or bad, that has brought us to the present moment; to receive this moment, with all its blessings and challenges, as a gift; and to look to the future with hope and commitment. With all that is happening in the world, this has definitely been a year for lots of gratitude practice.
During November, we hope to grow in gratitude by inviting you, the members of our church community, to share your appreciation for all that God has done in the past; all the ways Christ is being embodied in this present moment, even in the disruptions we’re experiencing; and all the ways the Spirit is leading us into the future. In worship each Sunday until Thanksgiving, we will share a special stewardship moment, an opportunity to reflect on gratitude, in gratitude as we contemplate our financial pledges toward the church budget for 2021.
Last year we received pledges and gifts of nearly $400,000 to carry on the good word and work of our church. Thank you for committing your time, talent, care and resources to the Congregational Church of Needham so generously. That’s what stewardship is about. We hope you will consider making a gift this year, too. Here’s how:
You should have received a stewardship letter from members Chris and Rachel Busby that includes a pledge form. These pledge forms are essential, as they let us know what sort of support we can count on and plan the church budget accordingly. You can mail in your form or drop it off in the secure mailbox outside the church office. You can contact our church administrator, Danielle Jurdan, at (781) 444-2510 or office@needhamucc.org, and she will gladly fill a pledge form out for you. You can fill it out a form online on our website at www.needhamucc.org/giving. Note: If you give electronically, PLEASE go ahead and review your giving and fill out a new pledge form for 2021.
Thank you for your prayerful consideration of making a pledge to the Congregational Church of Needham. We know it’s been a difficult year, and we appreciate each and every one of you who make our church such a special place to come together to worship and make the world a better place.
The Stewardship Committee comprises Rev. John Gage, Amy Hurley, Heather Salerno, and Jackie Allen.
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