Total offerings through April 30, exclusive of contributions for special appeals, were approximately $14,000 (5%) below the amount budgeted. Operating expenses were slightly under budget in the four-month period, while focus appeal offerings and related payments were higher. As a result of the income shortfall, a transfer from the Reserve Fund of nearly $15,000 was made into the Operating Fund.
The Rebuilding Together appeal raised just over $2600. Thank you to volunteers for your time and talent, and to others for continued financial support.
Did You Know?
Did you know that you can set up Grace Lutheran Church as a payee in your bank’s online bill-payment system? Use the church’s address at 200 N. Catherine Avenue, La Grange IL 60525, and use your envelope number as the “account number.” You also can use the “memo” section in your bank’s bill payment program to specify the purpose of your check, (e.g. Weekly offering, blue-envelope Benevolences, a special appeal, etc.).
Many members are making their Offerings in this manner, avoiding the need to write out paper checks. Contact Gary Hill gmhill@ameritech.net with any questions.
Financial Secretary Retiring
After many years of dedicated service to Grace, Dave Kopp is retiring as Financial Secretary. We thank Dave for his years of work on our behalf.
This position records and reports individual offerings and other contributions to the church, and is heavily involved in the pledging process. If you know a church member who might be well suited for this position, please contact Gary Hill, Treasurer.
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