Our 2026-2027 Generosity Campaign begins January 4, 2026, the Sunday called “Epiphany of the Lord.”  The word epiphany means “appearance,” and our worship focus will be on Jesus appearing to the wise men. The Bible tells us that “they were overwhelmed with joy” (Matthew 2:10), and then they gave gifts to Jesus.

Since there is a strong link between joy and generosity, our theme will be “The Five Joys of Generosity.” Over five Sundays, you will hear church members give personal minutes on the happiness they find in giving:

Happy is the grateful giver, for they recognize all blessings flow from above (January 11).

Happy is the effective giver, for their gifts create lasting change in the world (January 18).

Happy is the faithful giver, for they trust God to multiply what they offer (January 25).

Happy is the hopeful giver, for they plant seeds believing in the harvest to come (February 1).

Happy is the loving giver, for they reflect the heart of God to all they serve (February 8).

To participate in the Generosity Campaign, please use a pledge card from the pew rack. Between January 4 and February 15, you can place the card in the offering plate or send it to the church office.  You can also make a pledge on the church website.  Then we will dedicate pledges on February 15, the Sunday called “Transfiguration of the Lord.” Between now and then, we will focus on the Five Joys of Generosity. Our goal will be $600,000 in pledges, up from $590,000 last year.

So, why should you make a pledge? You know the story of the visit of the wise men to Bethlehem, and the gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh that they gave to the baby Jesus (Matthew 2:11).  When you make a pledge, you are walking in the footsteps of these first visitors to Jesus, people who found joy in generosity.  You are saying that you want to be like the kings who “bring gifts” and “give him service” (Psalm 72:10-11).  And you are making a pledge in the spirit of gratitude, effectiveness, faithfulness, hope and love.  

With thanks, Stewardship and Finance Ministry of FPC