Dear St. James Family,

This past Sunday was  Week 3 of our generosity series; we turned to Jesus’ challenging parable of the manager in Luke 16:1–13. The story reminded us that we are stewards, not owners, of the resources God has entrusted to us. Jesus calls us to use those resources wisely and purposefully—not to serve money, but to serve God.

Our earthly treasures won’t last forever, but generosity can make an eternal difference. As we consider how we spend, save, and give, we’re invited to ask:

Are we using what God has placed in our hands to invest in what matters most?

This coming Sunday will be a wonderful day in the house of the Lord at St. James! As we gather for worship, we’ll celebrate Pledge Sunday and receive offerings and pledges during our response time.

I encourage you to spend time in prayer this week, asking God what you are being led to pledge for 2027. Your pledge is a faithful response to God’s generosity and helps support the ministries and mission of St.James in the year ahead.

I am deeply grateful for the generosity you already show and for the many ways you serve and support our church. Your faithfulness makes a difference in the life of our congregation and in the wider community. May we come together on Sunday with grateful hearts, ready to worship and respond to God’s leading.

In Christ’s love,

Pastor Brandon