“Let all that you do be done in love.”
– 1 Corinthians 16:14
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A life of faith is a life of action
When we love, we give – of our time, talent, and treasure. Our annual fall campaign is an invitation to deepen your relationship with Jesus Christ through intentional giving and prayerful generosity.
St. Thomas is a Tithing Church
So… What exactly is tithing?
What does it mean to tithe?
It means to give back to God – faithfully, joyfully, and intentionally.
At St. Thomas, we define a Church Tithe as 5% of a household income. If you’re not there yet, we invite you to move the needle 1% each year.
Tithing is a spiritual practice, not just a financial one.
Tithing can be a prayer, a statement of unity, and a proclamation of hope.
Why Now?
Now is the time!
In 2026 we’re called to step forward in faith as:
- 50% of our parishioners are new since 2022
- Many have never been taught how or why to give
- We’re growing – both in Spirit and in stewardship
Imagine what we can do together:
- Support our full-time staff and Music Director
- Fund ministries without debt
- Grow outreach & support for those in need
- Maintain our sacred space
Breaking it Down (How to Start)
Here’s how to begin:
- Pray intentionally about your giving
- Start by increasing your gift by 1%
- Reflect on what God is calling you to do
- Remember: A pledge is a statement of intent, not a contract
Let’s take this step together, as one body in Christ:
Please fill out the PLEDGE form below to submit your anticipated financial offering to God and the church for 2026. (If you received a Love in Action packet, you may also fill out the enclosed PLEDGE card, return to the church office, place in the offering plate any Sunday). If you wish to set up a payment schedule now, you may do so. See the below FAQs for more information.
FAQs
Why is my pledge so important?
92% of our income to operate St. Thomas comes from your pledges.
What does it cost, per household, to run STEC?
The average cost to operate St. Thomas in 2025 is $4,000 per household. Our current average pledge is $3,335.
What is our pledge goal for 2026?
Our goal is $576,000 in total pledge income to support the operating budget and ministries.
What is our “real cost” of ministry now?
Based off of actual and projected expenses, the cost of ministry in 2025 was $595,000. Expenses are expected to be $625,000 in 2026.
How do I pay my pledge?
First, submit a pledge card stating the amount you intend to give to God and to St. Thomas in 2026. Then set up a payment schedule. You may:
- Set up automatic payments via Tithely using your credit card.
- Send monthly checks from your online check-writing account. Write a check and place it in the offering plate on Sunday; be sure to write “pledge” in the memo line. Cash is also welcome; please place cash in an envelope, marked with your household name and the word “pledge.”
Info Sheets to Download
Make a Pledge
Help us meet our goals by making your pledge for 2026 now.