Stewardship

Expressing our gratitude to God by giving of our Time, Talents, and Treasure.

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The mission of the Saint Demetrios Stewardship Committee is…

To respond to what God has given us by offering our time, talent, and treasure in order to build up the Kingdom of God. Stewardship is a way of life in which we encounter Christ God who loves us, engage in a community that welcomes us, and serve a world that needs us.

 

Giving thanks. Enriching faith. Transforming lives.

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Stewardship: A Way of Life

Stewardship is the foundation for belonging to the Community of St. Demetrios Church and providing support for its many ministries and activities. Orthodox Christian Stewardship is also a way of life, which acknowledges accountability, reverence, and responsibility before God. A primary goal of Stewardship is to promote spiritual growth and strengthen faith. Becoming a Steward begins when we believe in God, to whom we give our love, loyalty and trust and act on those beliefs. As Stewards, we affirm that every aspect of our lives comes as a gift from Him. Stewardship calls on the faithful to cheerfully offer back to God a portion of the gifts with which they have been blessed.

An Active, Annual Commitment

An Orthodox Christian Steward is an active participant in the life of the Church. The parish encourages all who accept the Orthodox Faith to become practicing Stewards. Each year the Steward is expected to carefully review his or her personal circumstances and make a commitment of time, talent, and treasure to support the Parish and her Ministries, which in turn support the National Ministries of our Archdiocese, Metropolises, and institutions.

Online Giving

St. Demetrios offers various ways to make Stewardship contributions and other offerings. In addition to checks and cash, payments can be made via checking account, savings account, credit card, or debit card through our safe and easy-to-use PayPal portal. Thank you so much for your love and support of our community!

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Common Stewardship FAQ

  • A voting member is a Baptized or Chrismated Orthodox Christian at least 18 years of age who submits a signed stewardship card, participates faithfully in the life of the Church and commits a portion of time, talent and treasure to the Church. The Archdiocese also requires the voting member to remain current through the year on their commitments. Keep in mind that true membership in the Body of Christ also involves living according to His word and within His Church.

  • To establish a Stewardship pledge and, thereby, membership at Saint Demetrios Church, a Stewardship card must be completed and signed each year.

  • The Stewardship pledge card contains opportunities to offer both financial support for the operating budget and time and talents for the ministries of the church.

  • An amount is required for your pledge to be valid and your commitment allows us to plan our budget for the coming year. Please keep in mind that your stewardship contribution is kept in the strictest of confidence.

  • During the course of a year, people’s circumstances change. Your stewardship is valued because it is made out fo your love for God and His Church. Please do not be concerned if you are unable to meet your stewardship commitment.

  • Reaching for our checkbooks may be the easiest and only way we know how to contribute to our Church, but did you know there may be a more advantageous way? There are a wide range of non-cash assets that can be donated, receive tax benefits, and leave a lasting legacy. They include:

    Stocks

    Bonds

    Mutual Funds

    Life Insurance

    Bequests/Estate Planning

    If you would like to offer one of these types of support, please contact the Church Office or the Stewardship Committee at
    church@saintdemetrioswarren.com