Can you support the ministry of St James’ Church?
The primary way we can sustain and grow our ministry is through the faithful giving of our church family. Between us we share the financial responsibility to meet our parish share (which covers the Rector’s stipend, housing, training
and diocesan support) and the costs of employing a team. Our aim, which is stretching, is to cover this expenditure from our planned giving which would leave us with a balanced budget rather than the forecast deficit at the end of the year.

Are you up for the challenge?

• Would you be able to increase your planned giving?

• Would you consider regular, planned giving for the first time?

• Could you make a one-off gift to help make up the shortfall for 2025? The deficit is the equivalent of £750 per week.

Some may not be able to give more, and others may be able to give more generously. Whatever your circumstances, can I ask you to prayerfully review your giving? Your generosity enables us to sustain and grow our ministry, reaching more people with the gospel of Jesus Christ.
 

The best way to give is through our planned giving scheme, which allows us to steward resources wisely and resource the ministry of the church for years to come. 

If you have any questions or would like to discuss your giving, please feel free to contact Wendy Hervin (Treasurer) or one of our Church Wardens, Richard Clarke and John Joy. The full budget details for 2025 are available on request.