S tewardship Committee Report

The Stewardship effort for 2023, was launched in early November 2022 and “Trinity - there’s a place for you” remains vibrant into 2023. Pledges are strong and participation is overwhelmingly vibrant, due in no small part to the efforts of our hard working Rector and staff.

To date we have 155 pledges for 2023, a pleasing increase over 2022. The average pledge remains about the same at $4250. Of our current pledges, 52 remained the same, 51 increased and most importantly, we have 38 new pledging units, which is 12 more than the previous year. There were very few pledges that decreased from the prior year. At present we have $647,576 of commitment in pledges from the Trinity family for 2023 - an all time high - and we are still hoping to receive a commitment from congregants who have not yet pledged, but who have pledged in the past, and who are still participants at church services and functions. There are currently 31 people in that category.

We had a wonderful forum in church during October 2022, where several Trinity congregants participated in a “Q&A” style forum, when Jonathan asked questions revolving around why they support Trinity financially. Many people commented how encouraging they found this. We continue to receive a positive response from congregants to articles featured within our EGenesis series “Why Give?” which explore the reasons and motivations for an individuals commitment to Trinity Church. The launch of the Trinity cell phone app includes a function to set up a reoccurring gift or make a one-off gift, through a simple, easy to use, and quick process.

We anticipate holding parish-wide stewardship gatherings again during the first half of 2023. They were one of the highlights of our 2021/22 calendar. Vestry members and congregants will team up to host small groups of parishioners, either in their homes or at the church. Look out for your invitation!

The Stewardship committee is small in number, but mighty with enthusiasm and with creative ideas. We could always use more volunteers so do get in touch if you’d like to join us in this rewarding work.

“At present we have $647,576 of commitment in pledges from the Trinity family for 2023 - an all time high - and we are still hoping to receive a commitment from congregants who have not yet pledged, but who have pledged in the past.”

Alix Coolidge Chair of the Stewardship Committee