Sunday, March 17, 5:30 pm, 618 Locust Street
One
of the deep satisfactions I experience is related to the generosity of
The Gathering. We give away approximately 49% of what we financially
take in each week. Wow. Plus we give of ourselves in various others ways
- we give to each other, to San Angelo, to the UCC, and to our larger
community the world. We, a small group of committed people, are making a
big difference in our community!
In addition to making a difference for others, giving is also important to us
- because giving of ourselves, or being generous, lies at the heart of
spiritual practice. We will explore this notion of giving and
faith/spiritual development during worship this coming Sunday, March 17,
5:30 pm. As part of the evening, we will learn about our current financial situation from Pat Hines, The Gathering treasurer, and we will hear recommendations from the Finance and Budget Workgroup about our 2013 budget.
Appropriately,
this week's offering will be two-fold: both for ourselves and for
others. Our financial offering will be designated for The Gathering,
and our "hands-on" offering will be non-perishable food for Project
Dignidad. This being the 3rd Sunday of the month, we will also share a
potluck meal following worship.
Note:
If you would like to participate in The Gathering's offerings but are
not able to attend The Gathering in body, you are always welcome to send
your contribution to me at
1305 St. Andrews, San Angelo, TX, 76904,
or to
Pat Hines, 309 N. Park Street, San Angelo, TX, 76901.
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