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ANNUNCIATION GREEK ORTHODOX CATHEDRAL OF HELLENIC ASSOCIATION OF ΕΛΛΗΝΟΡΘΟΔΟΞΟΣ
ΚΑΘΕΔΡΙΚΟΣ
ΝΑΟΣ ΒΟΣΤΩΝΗΣ ΕΥΑΓΓΕΛΙΣΜΟΣ ΤΗΣ ΘΕΟΤΟΚΟΥ |
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Stewardship
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Stewardship
Questions and Answers Whether
you are a long-standing member or new to our community, the Annunciation
Cathedral needs your support.
Your Christian Stewardship commitment provides our community with the
necessary financial means to operate and maintain our Church. What is Stewardship? Stewardship
is believing in our Church and wanting to support and keep her mission alive
by making time, talent and monetary donations. Stewardship is a simple,
equitable and Christian way by which each parishioner (individual or family)
determines his or her contributions for the support of the Church,
proportionate to his or her abilities. Why the Stewardship Program? Such a
program eliminates inequities and places the responsibility of Church support
where it belongs – in the hands of each parishioner. It is the one way that views the support of
the Church as a matter of personal commitment and conscience. It is the way of meeting our financial
obligations to our Church with Christian concern, dignity and equity. The emphasis is on equal sacrifice, not
equal giving. We give according to our
means. Who is included in my family Stewardship
commitment? A
pledging family includes husband, wife, and children under 18, or attending
college and not self-supporting. What about single working adults? Each
working, self-supporting adult over 18 can make his or her own commitment. Who determines the level of offering? The parishioners determine the amount(s) of
their offerings. Many parishioners donate at least one percent of their
income. It has been estimated that if we all contribute one percent of our
income the church will be in good financial status. Is there a specific minimum amount
required? No,
there is no mandatory minimum.
However, based on the 2010 Budget approved by the parishioners at the
general assembly, we are asking that you consider a minimum pledge of $13.50
per week. We encourage everyone to set
an honest and fair portion of one’s income for the ministries and support of the
Church. How do I become a pledged Steward? Simply
fill out the enclosed Stewardship Commitment Form. The form is also available
at the Pangari of the Church and at the Office at the When should I fulfill my Stewardship
pledge? Stewardship
occurs on a calendar year basis.
Parishioners are asked to fulfill their pledges by December 31st
of the year in which they are pledging. Of course the sooner your pledge is
made the greater is the beneficial impact of your contribution. Your pledge
may be given in the manner that suits you best: this may be monthly,
quarterly, semi-annual or on an annual basis. Will my pledge amount be confidential? Yes,
all pledge amounts are kept in the strictest confidence. The names of all pledged stewards will be
listed in the Church hall. What happens if I need to revise my
commitment? You can change your pledge
according to your changing situation by advising Father Cleopas or John
Georgountzos (Stewardship Chairman). |
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