Belong: Annual Campaign 2024

annual campaign 2024

In a time where we see loneliness and divisiveness in many corners of our world, some may find themselves asking where they belong… truly belong.

This sense of connection with others doesn’t necessarily come with a membership card or a checked box on a form but, instead, by the opportunity to show up, as you truly are, and be welcomed, loved, and celebrated.

As we embark on a new year, we invite you to prayerfully consider your

upcoming

commitment

to the Annual Campaign. Your financial gifts, regardless of size, make a difference every day. Lifechanging impacts happen when we see each other and find a place to belong.

Belonging welcomes all We’re blessed to be a family who always has room for one more to belong.

Belonging builds c onne ctions

Whether they’re connections for a season or for a lifetime, we were made to walk alongside one another in community.

These connections may be seen in classrooms, playgrounds, or even on a bus to serve at Habitat. We’re hopeful that FUMCR is a place where anyone may “find their people” and go into the world making a difference together.

Belonging in wo What a blessing to come together in worship each week, both in person and online. This sacred time invites life-long Methodists to join those who are newer to the Christian faith while we all learn,

orship t o gether sing, pray, and explore together. As we embark on a new year, we’re ever mindful that worship continues to extend far beyond the walls of our church and sometimes far beyond Sunday morning.

Belonging thr ough serving t o gether John Wesley, the founder of the Methodist movement, challenged many to “do all the good you can, by all the means you can, in all the ways you can….” We continue to live out those words today. While passionately serving people with Christ, we aspire to make a positive impact on the lives of our neighbors while building strong relationships along the way.

Belonging while gr owing in our faith

Learning is for a lifetime! We believe in the power of asking questions, seeking experiences, and learning from one another. From our youngest children to our senior adults, we’re blessed by the opportunities to grow deeper in our faith while exploring what it means to belong to ourselves, our community, and to God.

Belonging while celebrating t o gether

Our celebrations come in packages both big and small - from baptisms, Easter egg hunts, and first Bibles to confirmations, graduations, and beyond. We celebrate these moments together that are deeply rooted in a love for God and a love for one another.

Creating a place today for others to belong tomorrow.

2024 Operating Bud get worship and music 26% welcoming and 11% faith formation missions 16% and caring family ministries 11% facilities 17% administrative 6% debt service 13% total $7,726,700 Questions? Our Finance Office is happy to help!

Stachia Brothers Contributions Manager sbrothers@fumcr.com 972.996.0131

Dianne Weideman Director of Finance dweideman@fumcr.com 972.996.0106