Biblical giving comes from the heart - a heart for God, a grateful heart and a generous heart. When you check your heart, what do you find?
"Everyone should give whatever they have decided in their heart. They shouldn't give with hesitation or because of pressure."
2 Corinthians 9:7
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Heart Check is the theme for our stewardship drive for the 2012 general budget. The general budget funds the mission and ministry of our congregation. Each is asked to check their heart and decide what gifts and resources can be shared to sustain and strengthen our work to northeast Indianapolis.
Biblical giving comes from the heart—a heart for God, a grateful heart, and a generous heart. When you check your heart, what do you find? Jesus said, “Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also” (Mt. 6:21). What do you find with your heart check? What do you treasure?
Congregations must also check their collective hearts. What ministries to do we treasure? Each year, based upon the congregation’s pledged commitment, we check our heart and ask:
- How much do we need to fund the mission of our church?
- How will we use prioritize to use well the generous gifts of God’s people?
Pledged commitments allow congregations to do their heart check, to carefully allocate the resources generously offered.
“Everyone should give whatever they have decided in their heart.” Everyone includes you and us -- you individually and us together as a church. May we check our hearts and find that we treasure God’s ministry and mission.
"How much is enough?" Is is the over arching question for our 2011 stewardship campaign. If God has blessed you with abundance, you will always have enough. Recognizing this frees you to share abundantly in the good work of the church.
What Your Gifts Support in 2012:
- Supports six worship services at two campuses
- Supports one youth service at each campus
- Supports 11 full-time nine part-time staff positions
- Maintains north and south buildings, a combined 68,000 square feet
- Communicates and maintains relationships with more than 2,500 adults and children
- Nurtures, supports and educates an average of 180 children and 125 youth each week
- Provides supplementary support to the building fund for mortgage payments
- Supports local, regional and international mission work of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
2012 Budget
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2011
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2012
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INCOME |
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Pledges |
$1,301,187 |
$1,400,00 |
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Other Offerings |
331,625 |
350,000 |
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School |
180,000 |
180,000 |
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TOTAL INCOME |
$1,812,812 |
$1,930,000 |
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EXPENSES |
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Salaries |
$930,000 |
$1,028,551 |
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Administration |
81,415 |
87,775 |
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Program (1) |
62,723 |
90,673 |
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Building |
232,630 |
235,000 |
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Outreach |
48,800 |
50,800 |
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Mortgage |
395,000 |
400,000 |
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TOTAL EXPENSES |
$1,750,568 |
$1,892,799 |
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(1) Program includes Worship/Music; Education; Membership; Evangelism; Finance |
Questions and Answers
What is needed from members this year?
In order to maintain our current program and ministries in two locations, Geist Christian Church needs a weekly average of $52..00 from each member household in 2012.
How is that figure determined?
The weekly average needed is determined by dividing the active households of our congregation by the anticipated budget. Some will be able to meet or exceed the average; others will not. Each are encouraged however to become a percentage giver, growing toward or adopting the biblical challenge to tithe 10 percent.
How do I let the church know about my 2012 commitment?
You may place your card in a sealed envelope addressed to "Elena Derrbique, Financial Secretary" and put it in the Saturday and Sunday worship offering plate . You may contact Elena at 863-6484 or by e-mail,
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. You may also pledge online by clicking here or going to the PLEDGE NOW button at top of this page.
How long is this commitment?
It is a 12-month commitment for the year 2012.
How can I pay on my commitment?
We welcome weekly, monthly or annual payments. You may make your gifts in the offering during worship or by direct deposit, credit card or debited directly from your bank account, or check by phone. You may also make gifts of appreciated securities.
What does my 2012 pledge cover?
Your 2011 pledge provides for the ministry of the church including: education, worship, music, youth ministry and evangelism. It also covers staff salaries, building maintenance and upkeep, and partial mortgage payments.
I made a pledge to 25/2 Capital Campaign in 2010. What are the differences between what my 25/2 pledge supports and what the 2012 pledge for the General Fund (current operation) supports?
25/2 gifts provides about 40% of our mortgage payments.
What if my financial situation changes during the year?
If your family finances change – lowered or raised – simply contact the financial secretary, Elena Derbique, and ask her to adjust your pledge.
Will my pledge be confidential?
Yes, your pledge is confidential and will only be seen by those who maintain financial information on behalf of the church.
Additional information to help you
PLEDGE online or return your pledge card in worship or mail it to the church office. You may also call the financial secretary, Elena Derbique, 863-6484, in the church office.
a. What is Percentage Giving and Tithing?
Go to this page for more information.
b. How do I pledge Online?
Go to the Pledge Online form to make your pledge.
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