Growing in your relationship with God
 Daniel Toussant, founder of the Stark County chapter of Pax Christi, spoke of the role St. Paul's plays in combating racism and gun violence.
Congregations that approach financial stewardship from a biblical perspective do not view the money Christians give to their church merely as a way to pay its bills. Rather, these congregations – including St. Paul’s -- see financial contributions as a way to help people grow spiritually in their relationship with God by supporting their church’s mission and ministry with a percentage of their incomes. Our congregation has again selected the New Consecration Sunday Stewardship Program as a way to teach the biblical and spiritual principles of generous giving in our stewardship education emphasis this year. New Consecration Sunday is based on the biblical philosophy of the need of the giver to give for his or her own spiritual development, rather than on the need of the church to receive. Instead of treating people like members of a social club who should pay dues, we will treat people like followers of Jesus Christ who want to give unselfishly as an act of discipleship. New Consecration Sunday encourages people toward proportionate and systematic giving in response to the question, “What percentage of my income is God calling me to give?” We begin our examination this morning, Oct. 22, with parishioners sharing their story of their relationship with God through St. Paul’s and wrap up Nov. 5 with Tammy (Retherford) Patterson sharing her story of becoming a member of the St. Paul’s family. |
 Tammy Retherford Patterson talks about the importance of St. Paul's family. Her's was one of three Temple Talks -- Karl Roshong and M.L. Schultze gave the others -- during the lead-up to New Consecration Sunday.
During morning worship on Nov. 12, Consecration Sunday (both in person and online), we are asking our attendees and members to make their financial commitments to our church’s missionary, benevolent, and educational ministries in this community and around the world. Every attendee and member who completes an Estimate of Giving Card does so voluntarily by attending morning worship on New Consecration Sunday. We urge people to attend who feel strongly opposed to completing a card. The procedure is done in such a way that no one feels personal embarrassment if he or she chooses not to fill out a card. We will do no home solicitation to ask people to complete cards. During morning worship our guest leader will conduct a brief period of instruction and inspiration, climaxed by members making their commitments as a confidential act of worship. We will encourage participation in Consecration Sunday events through the Consecration Sunday team and vestry. Since we will make no follow-up visits to ask people to complete their cards, we will make every effort to inform, inspire, and commit everyone to attend Consecration Sunday worship. Thanks in advance for your enthusiastic participation in Consecration Sunday events. M.L. Schultze Stewardship Committee Chair |
You may make a Gift to St. Paul's in any amount at this link, provided by the Episcopal Diocese of Ohio. The Diocesan Finance Office manages the reporting and disbursement of the funds on a monthly basis.
The process is very secure and simple. You can find more information on the linked page.
Please note: on the linked giving page, you must designate that your contribution is intended for St. Paul's by clicking in the drop-down box marked
"Designate My Gift."
If you have further questions, please contact St. Paul's administrative office.
The process is very secure and simple. You can find more information on the linked page.
Please note: on the linked giving page, you must designate that your contribution is intended for St. Paul's by clicking in the drop-down box marked
"Designate My Gift."
If you have further questions, please contact St. Paul's administrative office.