CLEARING THE GROUND
DEBT REDUCTION CAMPAIGN
DEBT REDUCTION CAMPAIGN
About a year and a half ago we began our Clearing the Ground campaign. This campaign is an all out effort to eliminate our parish debt. This must happen before we can begin moving forward with the construction of a new permanent sanctuary. In spite of the downturn in the economy, we have continued to see steady progress in our Clearing the Ground efforts. This is due to the generosity of people like you who sacrifice above and beyond their regular Stewardship contributions. As we walk this journey together, our eyes are focused on a common goal: to be a Eucharistic community that celebrates Christ everywhere and in everyone. I appreciate so much the enthusiasm and the dedication of this parish as we build this spiritual home for our people now and for generations to come.
PRIMARY CAMPAIGN PURPOSE
To accelerate payments and retire the outstanding financial debt on the Parish Center, Community Center and Rectory.
SECONDARY CAMPAIGN PURPOSE
To generate additional funds to begin the planning and development of our permanent Church.
FINANCIAL REPORT
| Campaign Dates: | 2008 - 2010 |
| Current Debt: | $2,217,960.00 |
| Total Amount Pledged: | $1,953,891.00 |
| # of Pledges | 589 |
| Total Amount Collected: | $954,928.00 (49% of Pledge) |
CAMPAIGN PRAYER
Generous and loving God, You call us to be disciples of your Son Jesus and good stewards of all your many gifts.
Open our minds and hearts to a greater awareness and deeper appreciation of your countless blessings. Transform us through the power of your Spirit to nurture a stewardship way of life marked by faith-filled prayer, service to our neighbor and generous sharing. Teach us to be faithful servants of your gifts. With Mary's help, may we return tenfold the gifts entrusted to us.
Bless our capital campaign with a deepening devotion to prayer, a growing commitment for service, and increasing levels of generosity as we work to advance the mission of both our parish and diocese.
We pray through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen
Ways to Give
“Unexpected”/Additional Income Giving--Allocating a % or the entire amount of unexpected income, i.e.: Tax Refund/Bonus/Inheritance
“Lifestyle Change” Giving--Allocating an amount saved from lifestyle changes or postponed/foregone purchases
Appreciated Asset Giving--Gifts of Real Estate, Auto Titles, Stocks, Bonds, etc
Existing Savings & Investment Giving--Giving a % of your existing savings or investment income
Traditional Giving --Allocating/Increasing a % of your annual income as your annual tithe/donation