Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever 2013 STEWARDSHIP Place an image of an Icon or your parish here Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever Hebrews 13:8 Your Church’s Name
STEWARDSHIP What is it? Established as long as the Church - found in the Old Testament Commitment Sacrifice Membership with Christ’s Body Between you and God Necessary for the growth of our parish Necessary for personal Salvation Needed for the privilege of voting at the Assembly meeting
STEWARDSHIP What it is not! Membership Fundraising A program Temporary A new concept Created by the parish council
STEWARDSHIP MUST BE Spiritually based A balance of Time, Talents and Treasure
TO GROW YOUR GARDEN, THREE THINGS ARE NEEDED…
SUN-a self-luminous heavenly body; star Time Worship Volunteer Serve the Church Lend a hand Lead a project Set an example
WATER-to sprinkle, moisten, or drench Talents What unique qualities do you have that can contribute to the Church’s needs? Singing Electrician Carpenter Gardener Cook Accountant Painter
CARE – serious attention, to provide for Treasures With God’s guidance, determine what you can do We are expected to be Good Stewards with what God has given us Make your commitment TODAY! A monthly commitment helps the Church budget for it’s expenses
2013 STEWARDSHIP Hebrews 13:8 Our Stewardship focus for 2013 - Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever. Stewardship is the same as it was when our ancestors came from Serbia and built Churches in the United States. Now, more than ever, we must maintain that tradition through the giving of our Time, Talents and Treasures
TIME & TALENTS Church related projects Building issues Grounds issues Events Educational board Professional contact list
WHAT YOU CAN DO! Complete your 2013 Stewardship Commitment Card Volunteer your Time & Talents Attend a Stewardship seminar Attend a Ministry Sunday Read articles and books about Stewardship Visit http://mychristmycare.wordpress.com Visit web sites for additional information