Dear Christ Church Family,
What an amazing year we have had at Christ Church as we celebrated our Bicentennial and gave thanks for the many blessings that God has bestowed on our church over the past 200 years. The impact that Christ Church has had on Macon and the surrounding communities is profound, and as we reflect on these things, it’s a perfect opportunity for us all to renew our commitment to this wonderful community of believers and to God. It is with great joy that we commence our annual Stewardship Campaign that will ensure that our beloved church remains a vibrant Christian community in the years to come.
This year’s theme for our campaign is from the Book of Common Prayer: “With all that I am and all that I have, I honor you.” You may remember these words from your own wedding vows, and we thought it appropriate to use these as a guide for this year’s campaign as we are called to honor, love, and worship God in our daily lives. We can think of no better way to do that than to commit a portion of the financial gifts that God has bestowed on us back to our Church to ensure that it can continue its mission of ministry, healing, counseling, and support to our congregants and to those we are given the opportunity to serve. Above all, this is a commitment of faith.
We have all been enriched by Christ Church through the liturgy, ceremony, history, music, inclusivity, and reverence that exists here. We now ask that each of you prayerfully and thoughtfully consider how you can financially support the mission of the church.
In the coming weeks, you will hear from the Stewardship Committee and others as we talk about what it means to us to financially commit to the church. Not only are these commitments critical to the mission of the church to support our congregation, but they also are a reflection of our faith and a way to honor God.
I hope that you will all prayerfully consider what you can give in 2026 and remember all the ways that your cup has been filled by the relationships, activities, worship services, music, and connection to God that Christ Church has given to you over the years. As a reflection of that commitment, please complete and return your 2026 financial pledge cards enclosed. Thank you for your continued commitment to our church.
Blessings and peace,
Andy Jones
Stewardship Chairman
The Rev. Cynthia C. Knapp
Rector