Let Our Light Shine:
UCUCC's 2008 Pledge
Campaign
 Thank you for considering pledging to
University Congregational United Church of Christ. During the 2008 season of
stewardship reflection, we’re asking ourselves the powerful question:
What if we built our budget on Love? At a worship service last
November, Peter Ilgenfritz asked us to name the value we hold most
dearly. It was no surprise that this congregation chose Love. Love
heals all wounds, makes all things possible. For many of us, God is
Love. The reality is that much of the light and love
found at University Congregational United Church of Christ is only
possible through generous pledges. Fully 80% of our church revenue
depends on pledges.
If you've pledged before – perhaps for years
– you know the joy of giving! Your gift makes possible a caring
and connected community. Thank you! If you have never
pledged, or have not pledged in recent years, we invite you to begin
pledging this year. You may be surprised at how this simple act
can bring light to your own life. Your gift helps the church to
plan ahead and use our resources wisely.
Our goal this year is 100
percent participation in the campaign – to include everyone in
the promise that
holding a lit candle can offer. While this would
indeed be a miracle, miracles can and do happen when God lights the
way! And this year we anticipate raising over $1,000,000 in
pledges to expand and
strengthen the work of the church. No matter the size of the
gift, no one can or
should be left out of the circle of joy that comes from giving of our
resources! Can you imagine the
light we could shine if no one leaves their candle unlit and this
unprecedented amount of pledges is raised?
Every one of us has a candle
and a light to
share. Together our light and love shines more brightly than we
can even imagine!
You may make a pledge
now by using our easy on-line form. For more information on the
many giving options, see our stewardship page.
If you're not quite ready to make your pledge
yet, you can simply touch base with our administrative staff with any comments, questions, or concerns.
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