Because everything we have comes from and belongs to God, giving some of it back gives expression to how we steward his blessings.  As we end this tumultuous year, please help St. Matthias Parish to prepare for the coming year of ministry and service by prayerfully considering a commitment to the church that is reflective of your gratitude for God’s abundant grace.

You Can Make A Difference in St. Matthias Parish By Giving

 BY YOUR GIFT OF PRESENCE
Your gift of time: your presence and involvement in our parish community are powerful statements of your faith.  You can make a difference by being here – for on-line or in-person Mass, for prayer services, for scripture studies, for small group gatherings, for Sacramental celebrations, for service activities, for faith formation, and for other parish events.
 BY YOUR GIFT OF INVOLVEMENT
Our parish needs many different people with a wide range of abilities.  We have obvious needs such as the need for worship and faith formation support.  But we also have many needs that are less obvious – ranging from {List Outreach Ministries}, to hospitality, clerical, maintenance and technology needs.  Your gifts of talent can make ministry happen in the parish.
 BY YOUR GIFT OF TREASURE
The money you contribute to our parish in the offertory box, by mail or electronically makes ministry happen.  It helps provide salaries and benefits.  It helps pay for buildings, equipment, maintenance and materials.  It helps fund programs and services which benefit all members of our parish family and those most in need of support.  Your gifts given in thanksgiving for the many gifts God has given you, will make a difference in the lives of many people.
 STEWARDSHIP GIVING
As stewards of the blessings we have received, we are called as Christians to give from our hearts and to consider gifts that are …
¨ Planned – a prayerful consideration of the blessings bestowed upon us.
¨ Proportionate – commensurate with what God has given us.
¨ Grateful – expressing our appreciation to God.
¨ Joyful – a gift given freely and without restrictions or conditions.