Stewardship | noun: Supervising or taking care of something such as an organization or property.
What an awesome role we all play. We get to take care of this congregation; these ministries: children and families, worship, Christian Education, mission, the Happy Wanderers, the LGBTQ ministry, choirs, staff, and so much more. We get to take care of this magnificent building: its mechanics, the beautiful tower, the rain garden, meeting rooms, the kitchen, and worship spaces.
We reflect on the past 18 months when ELPC staff and volunteers creatively provided uninterrupted ministry in worship, outreach, Christian Education, building safety, and pastoral care. At the same time, congregational giving was steady and strong. We rejoice in God’s faithfulness.
This year’s Stewardship theme is Follow as God Leads. As we look ahead with faith to be led where God leads us in 2022, we’re setting a goal of $760,000 in pledges, a 4% increase over last year. Bring your pledge card to church on Stewardship Sunday, November 7, or submit your pledge online or by mail. You also may bring donations for the EECM Food Pantry. If you’re unable to attend worship in person, we also will be collecting food donations in the Staff Parking Lot following our Sanctuary worship service, 12:30–1:30 pm. Requested items include canned fruits and vegetables, cereal, crackers, dried fruit, individual fruit cups, jelly and peanut butter, pasta and sauce, rice, salt/seasonings/spices, and soups/broths.