World Ministries Mission tithes Contribution Update—July 12, 2009

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For stories about what’s happening in Apostle Ron Harmon's East Central USA Mission Field, read the July Herald “Sharing in the Field” section.

A. World Ministries Mission Tithes Update

Contributions remain below the goal for fiscal year 2009. However, there has been a small increase in giving to World Ministries Mission Tithes over a three month period. In comparison to the $10.5 million budget, if the positive trend in giving is sustained we will receive about $9.9 million in World Ministries Mission Tithes.

The $4 million dollar reduction to World Ministries for fiscal year 2010 directly affected 77 World Church staff in some way. Forty of those people were involuntarily separated from church employment. Budget and staff reductions will also require a decrease in World Church-funded ministries and support services.

Sustainable giving is needed to support pursuit of mission throughout the world. As disciples we receive God’s generous grace and respond by giving consistently, according to our true capacity, to support Local and World Ministries. Our response is both spiritual and tangible. Thank you for your faithful giving.

B. Congregational Ministries Mission Tithes Update: Local

The congregational financial officer should give an update about the congregation’s budget at this time. Highlight positive things that have happened in addition to items that need attention.

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C. Blessing on Our Offering

From Psalm 24 1–2: we read: The earth is the Lord’s and all that is in it, the world, and those who live in it; for he has founded it on the seas, and established it on the rivers.

Sharing our offerings equally between local and world ministries changes lives around the world. Let us share in the prayer of blessing on our offering.