Our campaign seeks these gifts in pledges payable over five years. Though we may not all be able to offer equal gifts, we can offer the Lord and each other equal sacrifice. A Future Full of Hope presents an opportunity for each member of our community to become involved with a gift that is personally significant.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT PLEDGES
Who is being asked to support this campaign?
Every household in the parish will be asked to prayerfully consider a multi- year commitment to the campaign. You should receive your request within the next few weeks if you have not already.
Why are we emphasizing pledges?
Pledges allow parishioners to take a longer term, more confident perspective and therefore consider a higher level of generosity than they may be able to make with one-time gifts, helping to ensure that the parish successfully surpasses its goal.
When do the pledges begin? What are the terms of the pledges?
A Future Full of Hope offers you the benefit of flexibility. The donor determines the timing of the initial pledge payment, method of payment and terms — monthly, quarterly or annually.
Why is each donor asked to sign a pledge card?
Documentation allows the campaign to appropriately record and acknowledge each gift as well as personally thank each parishioner.
What if circumstances change?
The commitment card is not a legally binding document. We understand that people’s financial circumstances can change unexpectedly. We will work with you to adjust the pledge terms if necessary and ensure your ability to complete a commitment — or increase your pledge if your blessings increase.
Why are you requesting a specific amount?
The request amount reflects the need. To meet our goal, we need each parishioner to prayerfully consider a gift that is appropriate and personally sacrificial. We do not know anyone’s private financial circumstances, and we receive gifts at all levels with gratitude.