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N OV E MB E R
F IRST BAPT IST C HURCH / JE F F E RSON C IT Y, MO
DEAR CHURCH, Our Entrusted stewardship series centers on the truth that much is entrusted to us by God for God’s glory and the good of others. While stewardship encompasses more than our finances, our finances are an essential part of it.
you in November, along with the proposed 2023 church budget. Your card of estimated giving for the year is confidential and not binding. It is simply an act of worship as we covenant to entrust our finances to God.
Each autumn, we plan our church budget for the coming year. Some of us get cross-eyed or simply cross with talk of numbers and budgets. But a budget invites churches, families, and individuals to assess priorities and be intentional about what is placed under our care by God. Stewardship of finances is a faith-forming practice.
As we look ahead to next year, we also focus on the current reality. We hope to end this year strong as Christ’s love and hope in Jefferson City and beyond. Your faithful generosity makes this possible.
On Sunday, November 20, we will have a time of commitment in morning worship when we are invited to bring our 2023 commitment cards to the altar. These cards will be mailed to
This congregation has seen extraordinary change in the past two years, and yet, this church’s generous and faithful DNA remains the same. I am so grateful to be part of this faith family.
Pastor Melissa
UPCOMING November 6 Quarterly Business Meeting 11:30 am, Sanctuary November 20 Commitment Sunday, 9 am Budget Hearing 11:30 am, Sanctuary Service of Comfort 4 pm, Duke Chapel November 23 No Wednesday activities November 24 Community Thanksgiving Meal 11 am – 1 pm