Welcome to the Stewardship webpage for adults!
Stewardship is not a euphemism for a church pledge drive. Stewardship is a way of life grounded in our identity as stewards of God’s gifts. As Christians, we recognize that everything we have is a gift from God, and we have the responsibility to use these gifts faithfully. We do so by setting intentions to grow, serve, and share.
HOW DO YOU PLAN TO…?
Click below to pledge online how you will GROW & SERVE the church this year:
Or download a printable copy of the Grow.Serve pledge form here:
SHARE your financial blessings:
Or download a printable copy of the financial pledge form here:
If you are one of our youth, please visit our STEWARDSHIP FOR YOUTH page to complete your online pledge:
THE “BECAUSE…” SERMON SERIES
Fall is the time of year when we pick back up our regular rhythms of church meetings and worship services. It is also the time of year when we talk about Grow.Serve.Share. which is our annual conversation about stewardship. So I’ve been thinking a lot about our WHY? Why do we Grow? Why do we Serve? Why do we Share? That thinking – and a good bit of praying too – has inspired the “Because…” sermons. So, September 13-October 4, the title of every sermon begins with the word, because. Each sermon is part of an answer to the question: Why grow, serve, share?
So, why don’t you join us as we explore our “whys” together?
WHAT IS STEWARDSHIP AT FIRST CONGO?
The Legacy of Our Church
Rev. Dr. Richard Kirchherr, Emeritus, shares a heartfelt letter from 1934, written by Rev. Stubbs to the members of The First Congregational Church of Western Springs. It’s a beautiful reflection of our church’s legacy, filled with faith, community, and resilience. Take a listen and a walk down memory lane to explore the deep roots that continue to guide us today.
An Introduction to Stewardship
The following brief videos remind us of the importance of stewardship for our congregation and are intended to help you discern how you might practice faithful stewardship in the year ahead.
Get ready to be inspired!
Lisa McTigue shares her incredible journey of service at our church, and it’s a story you won’t want to miss. Hear her heartfelt reflections on what this community has meant to her. Take a moment to tune in—you’ll be glad you did!
WATCH OUR STEWARDSHIP THANK YOU VIDEOS
Please take a moment to hear from some of our members about what it means to them to Grow.Serve.Share. with our congregation.
Hear from some of our mission partners about the impact of this congregation’s generosity has meant to their organizations and their participants.
