This is an exciting time of year at Church of the Saviour (COS), there’s an energetic spirit around the building. This is in part because many programs that took a summer hiatus are back in full swing. It’s wonderful to see so many people getting plugged in and serving in various ways. Whether music, bible study, hospitality, children’s ministries, and more; these are signs of God’s renewing aura at work in and through you. 

 

The return of Fall programming also means the start of our annual stewardship campaign. This year, as you consider how much God will have you pledge to the work and ministry of COS, we’ll be studying the book of 1 Peter, focusing on the kind of people God created us to be. The series is called “A Peculiar People.” Because of Jesus, that is what we are. As His Spirit works in us individually and collectively, through our acts of love and devotion to Him, we can be sure that He’ll continue to shine through us in ways that bear witness to His goodness.

  

Here is some important information to help you understand our budgetary needs.

 

• We’ve had a lot of staff transitions this year. Thanks be to God our Staff Parish Relations Committee (SPRC) has managed the transitions very well. We now have a staff uniquely qualified to serve effectively in their areas of responsibility. That said, your SPRC is always analyzing staffing needs and dealing with the constantly changing costs of providing benefits. This year we are facing a 34% increase in employee insurance costs. We’re also considering the benefits of moving some positions from part-time to full-time to allow us to respond to opportunities the Lord is presenting to our church.

• Our Trustees have completed several maintenance projects around the building this year, including replacing the roof, and ceiling and lighting work in a few of our rooms. Your faithful stewardship in the past has enabled us to do this work, and your continued generosity will help us meet future needs.

• Our worship and discipleship staff continue creating programs and activities that provide opportunities for growth in faith.

 

All of this is made possible through God’s generous provision, of course. And God chooses his people to be the ones through whom such provision is made. So, please give generously and faithfully, as the Lord leads you. Great things are ahead!

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