NOT EQUAL GIVING...

...BUT EQUAL SACRIFICE

New Academy Dorms for Wisconsin

The strength of any campaign is planned and systematic giving. To provide the best opportunity for the greatest participation and achievement of a maximum goal, we have chosen a two year, 104-week plan of giving. Contributors will establish their own schedule of giving--weekly, monthly, or annually. Some have already made their commitments.

Our request for planned giving has one fundamental principle: "Not Equal Giving...But Equal Sacrifice." Each church family is unique including the nature of work, the amount of income, and the level of other financial obligations. That is why decisions concerning the amount of the gift rests solely with the family or individual. There will be no "public auction" fundraisers, no request for verbal commitments at special meetings or regular gatherings of the congregation, and no publication of committed amounts. What should you give? There is just one answer to this question--a generous, sacrificial gift. As much as your income will allow. A sufficient amount to represent your gift of appreciation to God as you express thanks for all God has given you. Only you and God can make the right decision. We urge you to make your gift a matter of fervent prayer. A sacrificial gift is one which will require you to:

1. Adjust your lifestyle

2. Rearrange your priorities

3. Actually give up something

Regular giving is extremely important. It is an easy way to make a significant contribution over a long period. You will be amazed by the ultimate total of an amount given systematically over a two year period.

Your commitment will come about as a result of your prayful consideration of the question, "What does God want me to do?" Our response to the challenge before us must be made on the basis of God’s will for each individual.

Pledging our support to "Together We Can" requires a financial commitment above what we give to the regular church budget. Through prayer and a personal commitment to God, each contribution becomes a significant part of this stewardship program.

If you want to make a pledge e-mail the following information:
Name
Address, City, State, Zip

Amount of Pledge


 Goal $4,200,000.00 

 

Cash and Pledges
$301,100.00

Sale of Old Conference Office  
$2,500,000.00




As of 2/17/09