GIVE TO ALDERSGATE UMC
Rooted in Christ
Rooted in Christ helps remind us that, just like a towering Oak, we need to cultivate ourselves beginning at our foundation. We put down roots as we strengthen our relationship with Jesus Christ. Often, that is cultivated within our building as we worship and grow in our faith. As we follow Jesus, we become united as part of the Body of Christ that is Aldersgate United Methodist Church. Together, we serve our community and branch out into the world. Each of these pieces comes together to form the living tree that is our Aldersgate family.
Colossians 2:6-7 states, "As you therefore have received Christ Jesus the Lord, continue to live your lives in him, rooted and built up in him and established in the faith, just as you were taught, abounding in thanksgiving." Our roots allow for stability, nourishment, and strength. Prayerfully consider how your monetary pledge can help us share God’s love with the world.
Where will your gift go?
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Strengthen our church budget
Keep our ministries and staff thriving.
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Pay down the debt on Shepherd’s Hall
Free up future resources for ministry.
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Engage our community
Extend Christ’s love to neighbors near and far.
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Support church programs
Nurture discipleship, worship, and fellowship. -
Invest in children and youth ministries
Ensure our youngest are grounded in faith. -
Protect the overall health of the church
Aldersgate, which continues to remain a strong witness/foundation for generations.
If you have not done so already, we invite you to make a commitment of your financial resources in 2026.
Please consider renewing your pledge this year or making a new commitment if you have not been able to pledge in the past.
Please know that all gifts of all amounts matter.
Watch our video highlighting the ministries of Aldersgate UMC
Check out how we are keeping our ministries strong at Aldersgate
Thank you for your contribution and commitment to Aldersgate UMC!
Campaign Progress
Goal:
$1,100,000
Our Operating Budget
The reason for making a pledged commitment is to support the annual expenses for the operating budget for the church. The operating budget is the cost of all the expenses of the church to include programs, missions, apportionments, salaries, overhead, etc. The total operating budget for 2026 is projected to be $1.7million.
We rely on pledged commitments, non-pledged donations, and other revenue to meet these expenses.
Our goal is to receive pledged commitments for a total of $1,100,000.
Staff Salaries & Mission Funding in the Operating Budget
Apportionments also support missions, and there are restricted funds designated for missions. Many members of the church support missions directly.
Staff Salaries are distributed throughout each ministry pillar, given the incredible ministries and talent required for each staff member here at Aldersgate UMC.
Giving Thoughts & Thanks
Each fall, we invite our church family to prayerfully consider a commitment through our Annual Stewardship Campaign.
These pledges help us plan responsibly for the year ahead — from the missions we’re able to support, to the ministries and events we can offer, and to the upkeep of our church home.
We recognize that these are challenging times, many families are feeling added stress and financial strain.
Please know that your giving is a deeply personal matter, and every gift, no matter the size, makes a meaningful difference.
Scripture teaches that tithing, or giving a tenth of our income, is a spiritual goal that helps us grow in trust and generosity. But above all, we ask that you give as you are able and as your heart leads. Your faithful participation and presence in the life of our church are blessings we cherish.
