It is important to us that our budget spending reflects our church covenant.
With that in mind, we wrote a budget based on our community values. Here is how our church spends money:
1. Building Faith & Fellowship
What we do: church gatherings, fellowship, music & worship
What we spend: 35% of budget spending; 15% of volunteer hours
What it means: “Beloved is one of those rare places that you can walk into and feel loved, accepted and completely relaxed — while at the same time knowing that you will be challenged to figure out ways to live out your faith.” -Jennifer
2. Community Outreach & Organizing
What we do: missions, benevolence, and advocacy. Our giving supports UCC denominational activities, international missions, local ministries & outreach, advocacy, community organizing and leadership building. We also provide hospitality for local peace & justice groups, civic gatherings and art events.
What we spend: 26% of total budget spending; 25% of volunteer hours
What it means: “Beloved teaches that the Kingdom of God is here and now. That means ending oppression, recognizing the humanity of all people, and extending liberation and love to everyone. Beloved shows us how it should work.” -Robyn
3. Children’s Ministry & Adult Education
What we do: we lead children’s church & adult Bible study, circulate educational materials (including our new Whole People of God curriculum), and support ongoing educational opportunities.
What we spend: 19% of budget spending, 25% of volunteer hours
What it means: “At Beloved we are not just wading around in the shallow water. We are swimming in the deep water. ” -Gary
“Our church has become a center of activity and healing.” -Denyse
4. Caring Ministries
What we do: pastoral care, church hospitality, care teams (meals, home visits, etc.)
What we spend: 20% of total budget spending, 35% of volunteer hours
What it means: “You can be yourself here. You can be honest. You don’t have to be perfect. That’s what I love. I love my church. This church is a place of refuge.” -Michelle
Total 2015 budget: $109,350
Total church impact: see what even more Beloveds have to say
We hope you will visit us soon and see for yourself why Beloved is a one-of-a-kind community!
