ROOTED IN FAITH LIVING IN LOVE Thanks to YOU St. Gregory’s Episcopal Church is Transforming Hearts and Community Through Jesus’ Love Stewardship 2027
STEWARDSHIP 2027
A Letter from the Rector Rooted in faith. Living in love. Looking faithfully toward the future. Dear Beloved Members and Friends of St. Gregory’s, Our 2027 Stewardship theme, “Rooted in Faith, Living in Love,” speaks beautifully to who we are as a parish and to the future God is calling us to build together. We are rooted in the worship, prayer, Scripture, sacraments, music, friendships, and traditions that have shaped generations of people at St. Gregory’s. Those roots give us strength. From them grows a living faith that reaches outward in compassion, welcome, service, and generosity.
“That Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith, as you are being rooted and grounded in love.” Ephesians 3:17
This has been a year of visible growth. Mother Mary Ellen Cassini and Father Christopher Harding have joined our clergy team, strengthening our pastoral life and expanding our ability to serve children, youth, families, and the wider parish. The Choir of St. Gregory’s has welcomed new voices. Our ministries continue to deepen, our formation opportunities continue to expand, and our outreach continues to touch lives throughout Boca Raton and well beyond it. At the same time, our long-range planning is helping us look carefully, prayerfully, and faithfully toward the years ahead. We are building on a strong foundation, investing in the people, ministries, music, facilities, and resources that will help St. Gregory’s flourish for the next generation. The plan will continue to evolve as needs, resources, and opportunities become clearer, but its direction is grounded in our mission and in our confidence that the Holy Spirit is still leading us forward. Every person is an important part of that future. Every prayer offered, every hour volunteered, every welcome extended, and every gift faithfully given strengthens this community. Stewardship is one of the ways we put our faith into action and make love visible. As you consider your 2027 pledge, I invite you to give prayerfully, joyfully, and generously. Together, rooted in Christ and living in love, we can continue transforming hearts and community through Jesus’ love. With Gratitude,
Reverend Andrew J. Sherman+ Rector, St. Gregory’s Episcopal Church
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FAITH THAT TAKES ROOT
Growing in Grace. Living in Love.
Our shared life is strengthened through worship, formation, care, and fellowship. WORSHIP & MUSIC: ROOTED IN THE SACRED Worship is at the heart of our life together at St. Gregory’s. Through beautiful liturgy, the proclamation of the Gospel, the Eucharist, prayer, and sacred music, we are drawn more deeply into the presence of God and reminded who we are and whose we are. Our world-class music ministry, led by Tim Brumfield, Director of Music Ministry, Organist, and Choirmaster, enriches our worship in powerful and meaningful ways, while the members of the Choir of St. Gregory’s bring beauty and inspiration to our services through their glorious voices. Thanks to your support, our stewardship sustains the clergy, music program, worship leaders, technology, and sacred spaces that make these experiences possible. DISCIPLESHIP & FORMATION: DEEPENING FAITH FOR LIFE Faith is nurtured throughout a lifetime through learning, prayer, conversation, and practice. Bible studies, retreats, Coffee and Conversations, Beloved Community discussions, guest speakers, and offerings from the Center for Spiritual Formation invite us to explore Scripture, ask thoughtful questions, deepen relationships, and grow in Christ. These opportunities help us carry our faith beyond Sunday morning and into the relationships, decisions, and experiences of everyday life. CHILDREN, YOUTH, FAMILIES, AND YOUNG ADULTS: THRIVING IN FAITH St. Gregory’s thriving ministries for children, youth, young adults, and families are among our parish's greatest strengths. With Anita Sherman’s ongoing leadership, the addition of Father Christopher Harding, as well as the faithful work of our teachers, volunteers, staff, and lay leaders, these ministries continue to flourish. From Sunday School, Confirmation, and Youth Group to Canterbury Ministry and Rise & Shine, young people and families are finding meaningful ways to worship, learn, serve, build relationships, and deepen their faith. Your generosity helps make these vibrant ministries possible. PASTORAL CARE: LOVE AND COMPASSION IN ACTION Christian love becomes real when we care for one another. Father Andrew, Mother Mary Ellen Cassini, Father Christopher Harding, Father Emilio Rosolen, and Gena Vallee offer warm pastoral care, supported by dedicated lay Eucharistic visitors, Stephen Ministers, healing ministries, caring callers, the Daughters of the King, and many others. In times of celebration, illness, grief, transition, or need, St. Gregory’s is present with compassion, prayer, and practical care.
In St. Gregory's, we have found a loving community where we can grow spiritually, personally, and together. Most of all, we are grateful to have a safe space where we can come exactly as we are and still feel welcomed and cared for, as we walk alongside our St. Gregory's family. — Luisany Bolivar and Uzie Valencia
LOVE THAT REACHES OUT
Wide Open Hearts. Wide Open Doors. Rooted in Christ, we are called to carry His love into the community and the world.
MEALS WITH MEANING: NOURISHING MORE THAN A MEAL Serving more than 450 meals each week, Meals with Meaning is one of the clearest expressions of love in action at St. Gregory’s. Week after week, volunteers offer nourishing food and essential items, warm hospitality, dignity, practical support, and meaningful human connection to neighbors in need. As the cost of food, housing, and other essentials continues to rise, that need continues to grow. In 2026, St. Gregory’s was also honored to host the inaugural Homeless Coalition of Palm Beach County event, bringing together more than 30 organizations to connect individuals with vital services, resources, and information. Together, these efforts reflect our commitment to seeing each person as a beloved child of God and responding with compassion, respect, and care.
COMMUNITY & INTERFAITH: BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS St. Gregory’s has long been a place where people come together in friendship, service, faith, and community. Recovery groups, Scouts, art classes, concerts, community gatherings, and other shared experiences bring people together in ways that strengthen connection, understanding, and a sense of belonging. We deeply value the strong, longstanding relationships we have built across faith traditions, including our ongoing partnerships with the Boca Raton Interfaith Clergy Association (BRICA) and the Boca Raton Interfaith Youth Association (BRIYA), and remain committed to them. Through these relationships with neighbors, community organizations, and other faith communities, St. Gregory’s continues to be a welcoming, generous presence in the heart of the city, creating space for people to gather, learn from one another, and grow in mutual respect and friendship.
GLOBAL MISSION: LOVE BEYOND OUR WALLS Our commitment to service reaches far beyond Boca Raton. Deeply rooted connections in Haiti and Madagascar help support education, nutrition, and opportunity for children and families. Through faithful partnerships and the generosity of parishioners, St. Gregory’s shares resources in ways that are practical, sustainable, and grounded in relationship.
A STRONG FUTURE, GROUNDED IN MISSION St. Gregory’s long-range plan looks ahead with confidence and care. It calls us to strengthen ministries, support the people who lead them, care wisely for our campus, sustain our signature worship and music, deepen engagement with families, and build the financial capacity needed for the years ahead. It is a living plan, shaped by discernment, opportunity, and the resources entrusted to us.
St. Gregory’s is my church home. In 2023, I walked into Harris Hall at St. Gregory’s for the 10 am church service as the sanctuary was being renovated. What attracted me most was the sincere, friendly, caring, and diverse people who welcomed me. I knew almost immediately that God had led me to my long-sought church home. Since then, I have grown to love and appreciate everything here, especially the commitment by the clergy to be an inclusive Beloved Community. Needless to say, the music is a touch of heaven.
— Cyndi Bloom
FAITH AND LOVE IN ACTION
The Impact of a Thriving Parish Behind every number are people, relationships, ministries, and lives touched by generosity.
$4M
$100K
Commitments made to St. Gregory's Legacy Society in 2026.
Received in 2026 and renewable for 10 years.
MEALS WITH MEANING GRANT
LEGACY SOCIETY COMMITMENTS
100%
600
Church and office complex entirely powered by solar energy by the end of 2026.
Public and private worship services conducted in 2025.
SOLAR POWERED
WORSHIP SERVICES
23
100
Enrolled in our Confirmation Class.
Engaged in Bible studies and classes through the Center for Spiritual Formation.
TEENAGERS IN CONFIRMATION
ADULTS IN FORMATION
500+
$1M
Benefiting from classrooms constructed through our partnership with Food for the Poor.
For Family Care Alliance and Haiti ministry since the Eastburn Endowment Fund began.
STUDENTS IN HAITI
GIVEN IN SUPPORT
550 STUDENTS &
22,808
Received school supplies in Madagascar through our parish partnership ministry.
Through our Meals with Meaning ministry in 2025.
MEALS SERVED
TEACHERS
1,200+
225
A growing parish community rooted in worship, fellowship, service, and faith.
Our parish has welcomed 225 new members over the past five years.
MEMBERS OF ST. GREGORY'S
NEW MEMBERS
Every figure represents ministry made possible by people like you who pray, serve, participate, and give.
STEWARDSHIP IS FAITH IN ACTION
Your 2027 Pledge Rooted in gratitude. Growing in generosity. Living in love. St. Gregory’s is thriving because people choose to be part of its life and mission. Your pledge supports worship, music, formation, pastoral care, outreach, children, youth, families and young adults, staffing, facilities, and the daily work that allows more than 80 ministries to flourish. It also helps us plan responsibly for the year ahead.
PRAY
Begin with gratitude. Consider the people, ministries, and moments through which St. Gregory’s has touched your life, and ask how you are being called to support this shared mission.
PLEDGE
Make a 2027 pledge by returning the enclosed pledge card or completing the online pledge form. Pledges help parish leaders build a responsible budget and plan ministry with confidence.
LIVE IT
Stewardship continues throughout the year through giving, serving, participating, welcoming, and praying. Every person has a place in the life of St. Gregory’s.
2027 OPERATING BUDGET
A MESSAGE FROM THE TREASURER
How our programs are funded
26%
Worship & Music
23%
Administration & Insurance
16%
Building & Grounds
21%
Outreach & Diocesan Mission
8%
Adult & Youth Formation
6%
Pastoral Care
2027 allocation total: 100%
BUILDING A STRONGER TOMORROW Your generosity helps turn our shared vision into a vibrant future for St. Gregory’s. Our 10-Year Strategic Plan provides a thoughtful path forward, strengthening our ministries, expanding our impact, and preparing our parish to serve faithfully for generations to come. Please scan the QR code to learn more.
Thank you for the faithful generosity you bring to St. Gregory's. Your gifts support the worship, ministries, staff, outreach, and facilities that make our parish life possible each day. They also give us the stability to plan carefully for the future. As we enter 2027, we do so from a position of strength, with growing ministries, an expanded clergy team, a vibrant music program, and a clear vision for the years ahead. Your pledge helps us plan with confidence, respond to needs, and invest responsibly in the people and ministries that serve our parish and wider community. With gratitude,
Gary Paris Gary Paris Treasurer, St. Gregory's Episcopal Church
Your generosity helps turn a faithful vision into daily ministry.
MAKING YOUR GIFT
We Love Because He First Loved Us Thank you for supporting the mission and ministry of St. Gregory’s. Your pledge is a statement of intention, not a binding contract. It helps St. Gregory’s build a thoughtful budget and plan for the coming year. If your circumstances change, simply let us know. YOUR ANNUAL PLEDGE Once you have prayerfully considered your 2027 pledge, please share the amount with the church by returning the enclosed pledge card or completing the online pledge form. Your pledge allows our finance team and Vestry to plan responsibly for the year ahead.
THE ST. GREGORY’S APP Download the free St. Gregory’s Boca Raton app from the App Store and select “Give.” Choose “Use PushPay” to set up an account, make a one-time gift, or schedule recurring giving.
ONLINE GIVING To make a secure one-time or recurring gift online, please visit our online giving webpage: stgregorysepiscopal.org/give-online
TEXT TO GIVE Text SGEGive to 833-672-4095 to give from your mobile device.
CHECKING Checks may be dropped off at the church office during business hours, placed in the offering plate on Sunday, or mailed to:
SCAN TO GIVE
St. Gregory’s Episcopal Church P.O. Box 1503 Boca Raton, FL 33429 AUTOPAY For convenience, please set up recurring payments through your bank’s autopay feature. Your bank can generate and mail a paper check to St. Gregory’s on the schedule you choose.
Open the camera on your phone, scan the current St. Gregory’s giving QR code, and follow the link to make your gift. STOCKS, MUTUAL FUNDS, OR IRAS There may be tax advantages to contributing appreciated securities or making a qualified charitable distribution from an IRA. Please consult your financial advisor regarding your individual circumstances and contact the church office for transfer instructions.
LEGACY GIVING To learn more about including St. Gregory’s in your estate planning, please visit: stgregorysepiscopal.org/legacy
“That Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith, as you are being rooted and grounded in love…and to know the love of Christ that surpasses knowledge, so that you may be filled with all the fullness of God.” — Ephesians 3:17–19
ROOTED IN FAITH LIVING IN LOVE Stewardship 2027 Thanks to YOU, St. Gregory’s is Transforming Hearts and Community Through Jesus’ Love MINISTERS All the People of St. Gregory’s CLERGY The Rev. Andrew J. Sherman, Rector The Very Rev. Dr. Mary Ellen Cassini, Assistant Rector The Rev. Christopher Harding, Assistant Rector The Rev. Elizabeth Pankey-Warren, Clergy Associate and Pastoral Counselor The Rev. Jean Bruno, Clergy Associate The Rev. Dr. Emilio Rosolen, Clergy Associate The Rev. David Potter, Clergy Associate The Rev. Dr. R. Craig Burlington, Clergy Associate Emeritus STAFF Tim Brumfield, Director of Music Ministry, Organist and Choirmaster Jeff Miller, Senior Verger Kristen Chaney, Parish Administrator Leanda Robinson, Financial Manager Kay Holt, Office Manager Gena Vallee, Director of Outreach and Pastoral Support Rose Vallee, Meals with Meaning Operations Manager Steve Demoreuille, Facilities Manager / Sexton Anita Sherman, Sunday School Coordinator and Coordinator of Youth and Young Adult Ministries Christel Bruno, Lay Ministry Associate for Worship, Formation, and Translation
ST. GREGORY’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH 100 NE Mizner Boulevard, Boca Raton, Florida 33432 P.O. Box 1503, Boca Raton, Florida 33429 P: 561-395-8285 E: office@st-gregorys.com www.stgregorysepiscopal.org