Disciples are committed to GIVE a portion of the financial blessings God has provided to help equip the worldwide community of faith to share the Good News and to help meet the needs of those facing financial hardship.
Commitments for 2012 and Build Up Appeal
The Build Up Mortgage Reduction Appeal seeks to build up the ministry of Bethlehem through debt reduction and preserving the facilities of our congregation. It seeks gifts for mortgage principal and building maintenance above & beyond regular, generous support of the congregation’s overall ministry and monthly mortgage.
Goal for the Build Up Appeal
The 2-year goal for the Build Up Appeal is $600,000. This goal includes:
- funds needed to reduce the mortgage principal and interest so the congregation will be debt-free in 10 years or less;
- funds for maintenance and upgrades essential to preserving our building. We now have bids totalling $185,000 to repair the roof and the interior damage caused by the roof leaks. We are thankful the Appeal was already being planned and will help us cover this new expense.
Return Commitment Cards by December 4
If you were unable to attend worship last weekend please note that you may return your completed Commitment Card in worship (including Thanksgiving Eve), by mail or in person to the Church Office. The Build Up Team will begin follow-up contacts the week of December 5. The Commitment Card includes space to indicate your 2012 commitment for “Our Congregation’s Ministry” and “Our Congregation’s Mortgage,” which must remain strong in order to continue all of our ministries in the coming year. Your special, over-and-above “Build Up” pledge will be indicated using the same Commitment Card.