Giving more like Jesus . . . That's our prayer and our goal here at Light of Christ.  We seek to give as Jesus gives -- freely, fully, generously, and joyously.  We believe that the Holy Spirit is at work to make us a more and more generous people with our time, talent, and treasure.  In a culture that often worships at the altar of greed we strive to live out a way of life that is centered in Jesus' own generosity.  We seek to give as Jesus gives not only for our own transformation but for the transformation of others.  By our giving we seek to make an eternal difference not only in our own lives but in the lives of others. We have choices. What we focus upon matters. Where we place our attention and energies impacts us and the people around us. Where we're looking affects where we go.

 

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2023 Stewardship: Reflecting with Gratitude

You will be enriched in every way for your great generosity, 
which will produce thanksgiving to God through us; for the 
rendering of this ministry not only supplies the needs of the 
saints but also overflows with many thanksgivings to God. 
                                                            II Corinthians 9:11-12

During the fall stewardship campaign we’ll reflect and express gratitude for the gifts and ministries of our common life together at Light of Christ. Why gratitude? Gratitude is the Christian response to recognizing that all good things that happen in our lives are gifts from God, a reminder of how much God loves us and wants us to be signs of God’s love in the world.

During these weeks we’ll:

  • Focus our gratitude on different aspects of worship and membership 
  • Acknowledge members whose participation creates our common experience
  • Build a gratitude chain and initiate a community-based Gratitude Project.

Click here to complete the 2023 Faith Commitment pledge form

What parts of worship are you are most grateful for when you come to church? We invite you to be really present during worship as you consider how we move, pray, celebrate, and function in this space together. What are you most grateful for? Thank you for giving thanks for all of the wonderful things God is doing in the midst of our time together.

We especially thank worship assistants: 
     Acolytes
     Altar Guild
     Choir, Praise Band & Musicians
     Clergy & Staff
     Communion Assistants
     Church Council 
     Lectors
     Soundboard & Livestream
     Ushers & Greeters
     Worship & Music Committee

Thank you to everyone who helps care for our Sacred Spaces. Many times, your gifts go unnoticed, but it is through your work, your hands, your sweat and intentionality that we come together each week in a safe, comfortable space to participate in the Eucharist and give thanks.

We especially thank:
     Columbarium Committee
     Community Life Committee
     Custodian Paul Gabrelcik
     Facilities Exploration Team 
     Funeral Kitchen Crew
     Lawn & Snow Services
     Library Committee
     Property Committee
     Technology Task Force

Thank you for taking the time to give thanks with us for all of the wonderful things God is doing in the midst of our time together. Thank you to everyone who supports, attends or leads programs at Light of Christ. Your gifts help us to strengthen and deepen our commitment to Christ and to one another as we grow in faith and fellowship.

Share your gratitude for these church leaders:
     Bible Study Leaders
     Confirmation Mentors
     Kids Hope USA Mentors & Partners
     Small Group Studies
     Sunday School Teachers
     VBS Teachers & Assistants
     Youth Group Leaders

 

We invite you to reflect on how we engage and invite members of our community to join us here at Light of Christ. What first drew you here? Why did you stay? Did someone invite you? What do you consider the key ways our congregation serves and connects with our community?

Today we kick recognize these avenues of service:
     Healing and Wholeness Committee
     Helping Hands Food Shelf volunteers
     Hosting AA & Al Anon
     Housing Head Start Program
     Chile missionary Karen Anderson
     Love INC volunteers
     Nourishing Hope food distribution
     Social Justice Ministry

We’re also kicking off the Gratitude Project where groups will reach out in appreciation to these community resources. Get involved! Gather a team and sign up to recognize one of these agencies during the coming months:

     Delano High School teachers & aides
     Delano Middle School teachers & aides
     Delano Elementary School teachers & aides
     Ridgeview Medical Center staff
     Love INC employees
     City Hall employees
     The Legacy staff 
     Wright County Health & Human Services staff
     Delano Fire Fighters/EMS
     Wright County Sheriff, deputies & staff
     Delano Senior Center staff
     Helping Hands Food Shelf staff & volunteers
     Coborn’s pharmacy staff
     CVS pharmacy staff
     Wright County Community Action staff