2021 Church Review
Dear Church Family,
Through the challenges of 2021, we have persevered and evolved only through God’s grace and guidance. Our church is blessed with the servanthood and financial generosity of so many. We thank God for his guidance, and you in your ongoing commitment to the United Methodist Church’s Mission: “Making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world” together with SFUMC mission of “Changing lives through sharing God’s love and grace”.
Ministry Highlights
Our Care & Nurture Ministry team “fed the souls” of many with cards, phone calls and meals. Our Missions Ministry team provided a “lifting hand” in service to so many in our community and beyond in Hurricane Ida recovery efforts. Our Worship Ministry supported Reverend Daniel and the church staff in “delivering the word of God” in person and virtually, culminating in a revival style “Back to Church’ event with Tunica and New Hope Methodist Church at the Hwy. 61 property in November. And with the volunteer support of several parents, our Youth and Children’s Ministries continued to provide spiritual growth to those individuals through our Sunday School programs, Unity Night, VBS and other special events as we continue our search for leaders of those ministries.
Stewardship & Financial Highlights
Our 2022 Stewardship Campaign was successful with nearly $229,000 pledged. As of November 1, 2021, the Church’s Total Income YTD was $321,789 ($4100 over budget); and Total Expenses YTD were $297,153 (vs. $318,479 total budget). Additional financial information is located on our church website at www.stfrumc.org. In addition to preparing a budget for 2022, the Board of Trustees has been working hard to develop a 3–5-year Capital Improvement Plan for the church properties. We are blessed with the financial resources to carry out the missions of our church.
Congregation Survey
As we develop our plans and budget for the coming year, it is important that we have the benefit of your thoughts and suggestions on opportunities for furthering the mission of our church. On January 4th you will receive an email with a link to a survey seeking this input. It will take about 20 minutes to complete. Please take the time to provide this valued input. The deadline for completing the survey is January 18, 2022. Church Council members will be available between worship services on January 9th and January 16th to answer any questions you may have regarding the Survey.
May God bless you and your family and continue to guide each of us and our church in our mission.
Through the challenges of 2021, we have persevered and evolved only through God’s grace and guidance. Our church is blessed with the servanthood and financial generosity of so many. We thank God for his guidance, and you in your ongoing commitment to the United Methodist Church’s Mission: “Making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world” together with SFUMC mission of “Changing lives through sharing God’s love and grace”.
Ministry Highlights
Our Care & Nurture Ministry team “fed the souls” of many with cards, phone calls and meals. Our Missions Ministry team provided a “lifting hand” in service to so many in our community and beyond in Hurricane Ida recovery efforts. Our Worship Ministry supported Reverend Daniel and the church staff in “delivering the word of God” in person and virtually, culminating in a revival style “Back to Church’ event with Tunica and New Hope Methodist Church at the Hwy. 61 property in November. And with the volunteer support of several parents, our Youth and Children’s Ministries continued to provide spiritual growth to those individuals through our Sunday School programs, Unity Night, VBS and other special events as we continue our search for leaders of those ministries.
Stewardship & Financial Highlights
Our 2022 Stewardship Campaign was successful with nearly $229,000 pledged. As of November 1, 2021, the Church’s Total Income YTD was $321,789 ($4100 over budget); and Total Expenses YTD were $297,153 (vs. $318,479 total budget). Additional financial information is located on our church website at www.stfrumc.org. In addition to preparing a budget for 2022, the Board of Trustees has been working hard to develop a 3–5-year Capital Improvement Plan for the church properties. We are blessed with the financial resources to carry out the missions of our church.
Congregation Survey
As we develop our plans and budget for the coming year, it is important that we have the benefit of your thoughts and suggestions on opportunities for furthering the mission of our church. On January 4th you will receive an email with a link to a survey seeking this input. It will take about 20 minutes to complete. Please take the time to provide this valued input. The deadline for completing the survey is January 18, 2022. Church Council members will be available between worship services on January 9th and January 16th to answer any questions you may have regarding the Survey.
May God bless you and your family and continue to guide each of us and our church in our mission.
