Command those who are rich in this present world not to be arrogant nor to put their hope in wealth, which is so uncertain, but to put their hope in God, who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment. Command them to do good, to be rich in good deeds, and to be generous and willing to share. In this way they will lay up treasure for themselves as a firm foundation for the coming age, so that they may take hold of the life that is truly life.
1 Timothy 6:18-19
We continue to give thanks and celebrate God’s faithfulness and your generosity to the mission and ministry of HMUMC.
Here is the latest update on pledges (as of 12.16.2024):
185 pledge/commitment cards have been submitted.
$996,566 committed to general budget, which will facilitate ministry in 2025.
$155,779 committed to building fund, which will help with our $408,000 mortgage payments in 2025.
Our total budget need for 2025 is $2,146,278. Our current pledges amount to 46.5% of the total needed budget. An important note is that a portion of the budget comes from other revenue sources that are not donations/giving. These include the Thompson Mill Property, the Preschool, building use, restricted funds, etc. The estimated amount of "other revenue" that we will receive in 2025 is ~$141k which accounts for 6.6% of the budget. You can observe in the chart that our projected non-pledged revenue based on years past should account for 41% of the budget. This leaves us with a 5.9% gap (or $126k) of giving to meet the ministry needs for 2025.
Our total mortgage for the year is $408k. The amount from the general budget that goes towards the mortgage accounts for 39% (or $159k) of the total needed. What is currently pledged for the building fund in 2025 is 38.9% of what is needed (or $156k). This leaves a gap of 22.8% (or 9k) still needed for the building fund in 2025.
This is a great start to living “beyond the selfie” as we seek to share the good news of God’s love with our community and beyond. We expect more commitment cards in the coming days and weeks and will provide you with updates.
If you have not submitted yours yet, you can bring it by the church office or drop it in the offering plate on Sunday morning. Or if you prefer you can complete it electronically here.
Thank you for who you are and for all of the ways you give of your time, talents, love, and resources to be a part of what God is doing in and through HMUMC.
Beyond the Selfie
God has entrusted us with many blessings, and this brings God great pleasure! As people who have received blessing upon blessing, God invites us to be gnerous to live "beyond the selfie." Generosity is a gift that we offer to others and to ourselves - God's word assures us that generosity will enable us to take hold of "life that is truly life."
Imagine the impact that we could have on our church, community and world if we were generous with every aspect of their lives?
This is how HMUMC is building the church of tomorrow!
- Student Min. Parent
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Student Ministries
“Student Ministry has been a gift from the very start! The Student Ministry leaders welcome students with open arms. My child immediately felt connected through summer engagement opportunities. Wednesday nights and Sunday mornings have been a special place for her to deepen her faith and connect with friends. I'm so thankful that my child has a space of her own in a community of believers.”
-Student Min. Parent -
Kids Ministry
“I can’t thank you enough for the new opportunities for 4th and 5th graders. My daughter counts down between each 5th grade hangout and cannot wait until 5th grade serve Sunday. Due to prior engagement, we previously couldn’t participate in Wed. Night activities. But thankfully, she can now come. She came home last night SO excited telling me all about the fun she had and all she learned!”
-5th Grade Mom