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Building a Path for the Future…
We know the mission of St. Timothy’s - following Jesus, we help God build a world that includes everybody (the Kingdom of God). Like Jesus and the early church, we are particularly attentive to including those who have too often been shunned, ostracized, and marginalized by the Church and society.
How do we do this?
Acts 2:42-47
They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers. Awe came upon everyone because many wonders and signs were being done through the apostles. All who believed were together and had all things in common; they would sell their possessions and goods and distribute the proceeds to all, as any had need. Day by day, as they spent much time together in the temple, they broke bread at home and ate their food with glad and generous hearts, praising God and having the goodwill of all the people. And day by day the Lord added to their number those who were being saved.
At St. Timothy's Episcopal Church, I feel unstressed, genuinely welcomed, and part of a community that is humble and good.
David N.
Common Questions
The Basics
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Making a financial pledge is promising to give a specific dollar amount of your financial resources to the operating budget of St. Timothy’s over the course of a calendar year.
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Without the yearly giving appeal, St. Timothy’s would be unable to fund its mission:
89% of the budget comes from pledges
10% comes from non-pledged contributions
1% comes from loose offering -
Pledging tells us how much money St. Timothy’s will have to carry out its mission for the year and helps us plan our budget.
How much do I pledge?
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That's between you, your family, and God.
Expenses have increased 8%, and therefore our giving will have to increase, but we will do it together.
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The Vestry and Annual Giving Appeal committee are very aware of this. (What if you lose a job, the car breaks down, someone gets sick...)
Remember, the pledge is not a binding contract. If things come up, they come up! Instead of not pledging, consider making a "safe" pledge and if you are blessed with the resources to give more than you initially pledged, wonderful!
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We obviously need to fund our budget, but that's not the main focus of making a financial pledge. Making a financial pledge is an opportunity to reflect on how grateful you are for all that God has done for you, and for St. Tim's role in God's "loving the world into being".
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If you haven't pledged in previous years, make this year the beginning of a journey full of gratitude for all that God has done for you!
How is the money used?
This can be answered by looking at our budget in two ways: mission-focused and finance-focused.
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Loving Our Neighbors - 21%
We serve those beyond our walls through Outreach Ministries, financial support, and Diocesan Mission Share.Building & Grounds - 16%
Our facility, including both the building and the grounds that surround it, provide a space to gather not only for the St. Timothy’s community but also for our neighbors in the greater Anderson Township community.Pastoral Care - 12%
Clergy and others support people who are ill or in need.Faith Development - 11%
Our staff and volunteers support adults, children, and youth as we explore where the Spirit of God is leading us.Parish Life - 4%
Our fellowship and hospitality ministries welcome newcomers and connect members to each other.Worship - 19%
Our clergy and musicians lead worship services that deepen our connection with God and one another.Support - 17%
Our information and technology systems and administrative staff support the mission of St. Timothy’s and the communication of that mission.Description text goes here -
52.5% - Personnel
St. Timothy’s employs people to lead and run the day-to-day operations of the church. Learn more about the staff here.27.6% - Insurance, Maintenance, & Utilities
Our beautiful building and grounds have a cost for upkeep and insurance.15% - Diocese, Outreach, & Programs
We support the wider Church community through the Episcopal Diocese of Southern Ohio and our outreach partners. This also covers material for children and teen programs, various studies, and other ways we learn and grow together.11% - Office & Organizational Services
There are many pieces that must come together for us to worship - printers have to have paper and ink, the computers must work, etc., and while they may seem small, each is very important to the operations of St. Timothy’s.
How do I pledge?
Saint Timothy’s uses a program called “Realm” to process pledges and giving. You will need a personal login, so if you have not yet set up a Realm account, please contact Parish Bookkeeper, Kathy at KathyM@SaintTimothys.com.
Completing your pledge on a desktop or laptop is suggested, rather than your phone or tablet. Click the arrows on the sides of the pictures to move between slides.
Download printable instructions here.
The slideshow below will help you set up your pledge.
