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Share in the life of this community.
Giving at St. Timothy’s is one way we share in the life of this community. Your financial gifts sustain our worship, staff, music, campus, and programs.
And they make room for the things that spill beyond our walls: shared meals, care for one another, service with our neighbors, creation care, and partnerships like Compassion Week, Santa Maria Urban Mission, and the Little Free Pantry.
For many of us, pledging is a spiritual practice, an intentional response to God’s generosity and a way of committing to the community we help shape together.
Your support helps this parish continue to be a place of welcome, presence, and joy in action.
We are overflowing with goodness, love, and joy, and we are grateful you are part of our community.
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Overflowing Goodness Pledge Campaign
Episcopalians believe that stewardship — pledging back to God a portion of what God has given you — is part of maintaining one’s spiritual life. No pledge is too small or too big! Give with the knowledge that your gift will be used to support our community and offer ministries to underserved populations in the Bay Area.
A pledge is a confidential commitment to our church to give a specific amount of your financial resources to St. Tim’s over the course of one calendar year. Your pledge allows us to create a budget so we can plan our activities, move forward with missions, and cover expenses.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pledging & Stewardship
How can I make a pledge to St. Timothy’s?
You can mail your pledge card to 2094 Grant Road, or pledge online via this Google Form.
Or you can make your pledge with a recurring payment on Realm.
What does it mean to make a financial pledge to St. Timothy’s?
Making a pledge is promising to give a specific amount of your financial resources to St. Tim’s over the course of one calendar year.
Why is pledging important?
Your gifts of time, talent, and treasure makes church happen! Stewardship — giving back to God a portion of what God has given you — is part of maintaining one’s spiritual life. It allows us to reflect on the gifts God has given us and show our gratitude. There is also a practical reason for pledging: St. Tim’s plans our operating budget and the entire year of events based on pledges received, helping us continue all the programs you love and rely on!
Where does my pledge money go?
100% of your pledge money keeps St. Tim’s moving forward as a church. Pledges fund our priest and staff salaries, music, building repairs, community celebrations, heat and light for all of our buildings, etc. None of that would be possible without pledge dollars.
How much should I pledge?
Your commitment should be an intentional response to God’s gifts in your life. After looking at your income, consider what percentage you are called to return to God. No pledge is too small or too large. Our hope is that you become a member of our community and participate as the hands and feet of Christ in the world.
What are different ways to make my pledge?
There are four ways to make your pledge: fill out a pledge card and bring it to church on Sundays or to the office during the week; fill out the Google form; log onto sttims.org/realm and make your pledge; or email our treasurer, Larry Mendoza (larry@sttims.org).
Can I give stocks or other financial instruments?
Yes, this is a great way that may help you to offset capital gains. Please contact the treasurer for instructions for donating securities (Larry Mendoza at larry@sttims.org).
Can my employer match my gift?
Oftentimes, yes! We are verified through Benevity, and many companies allow you to give through a donation platform that automatically generates the maximum amount of matching dollars from that employer. This is a great option to help St. Tim’s secure more funding. For questions, email our Administrator (Nete Christoffersen, admin@sttims.org).
Are my donations tax deductible?
Who knows my pledge information?
Your pledge is kept confidential among the treasurer, bookkeeper, and rector.
Is Stewardship all about money?
No, it is about a faithful, intentional way of life that deepens our relationship with God and one another. Stewardship is the responsible management of our God-given resources of time, talent, and treasure. Knowing that God is the source of all that we have and all that we are, we recognize our responsibility to participate in the life of our church family.
I have another question.
Please email the Stewardship Chair (Ros Barajas: ros.barajas91@gmail.com) and/or our Rector, the Rev. Nikky Wood (nikky@sttims.org).
