Stewardship

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Christians understand all that they have - their time, their gifts, their financial resources - to be entrusted to them by God for the sake of all that God loves. In other words, we are not the owners of what we have and are, but stewards of what ultimately belongs to God.

The Stewardship Committee, in presenting the case for support of the parish, is enlarging its responsibility to include not only people's treasure, but also their time, and their talents. This is the Committee which is charged with the responsibility for "resourcing" our vision for Christ Church.

With respect to its role in generating financial resources, the Stewardship Committee meets in the fall in order to coordinate and execute the parish's annual pledge (or "covenant") appeal. It may also meet at other times as other stewardship opportunities or issues arise.

Designated Gifts

Sometimes, individuals wish to give a particular gift, or to contribute money towards a specific initiative they really believe in, but which Christ Church could not otherwise afford. Such gifts can make a big difference. In recent years, we have made use of special gifts for everything from a Book of Gospels for the Sunday liturgy to the employment of specialized staff. Often, donors wish to make their gift “in memoriam” for a loved one, or to mark some other milestone or anniversary. Sometimes, however, a donor steps forward out of the sheer sense of personal abundance, and a grateful desire to share.

We encourage those contemplating a designated gift to consult early with the clergy, who not only have a “wish list,” but who can help donors ensure that their gift is in keeping with the needs, mission and vision of the parish.

Christ Church Endowment Trust

The Christ Church Endowment Trust was first established in 1977. Its purpose is to hold gifts for the purposes of the Church, or for purposes deemed beneficial by the Church – on the understanding that such purposes will include at least one of the following: (1) the advancement of religion, (2) the relief of poverty, (3) the advancement of education, or (4) other purposes beneficial to the community.

In 2010, two significant changes were enacted by the parish.  First, the management of the Endowment Trust was given over to The Calgary Foundation.  "TCF" is a highly respected fund manager, with an excellent rack record in receiving and disbursing community funds to local charities.  Secondly, our Endowment Trust is now a "perpetual fund:"  in other words, capital donations will remain intact, and income will be paid out in accordance with TCF policy and statutory regulations. 

We encourage our members and friends to consider making a gift to the Christ Church Endowment Trust, whether through a bequest, or some other means. 


What if I want the Church to have immediate use of my gift?

Christ Church welcomes gifts of this kind. 

Want to know more?  Please contact the Church Office.