1. Why does Holy Trinity need this Capital Campaign?
Our recent 50th Anniversary Celebration was uplifting, enlightening and faith-filled. Holy Trinity has been the recipient of grace upon grace. We
are the heirs, the beneficiaries of those who came before us. Now it is our turn to equip Holy Trinity for future ministries. We will do this with a Capital
Campaign. A Capital Campaign differs from an annual Stewardship
Campaign because it raises money for capital improvements and other
needs that are not in the yearly budget.
Our 2009 – 2012 Capital Campaign will raise funds for
• Capital Improvements to our Church Facility
• Housing for Future Pastors
• Outreach Commitment
2. What is our financial goal and in what time period?
The goal of Live the Faith, Launch the Future! is $800,000.
Our pledges of support will be made on Celebration Sunday
May 10, 2009 and the 3-year giving period will begin
on May 17, 2009 and conclude in May 2012.
3. How will our gifts be allocated?
Housing for Future Pastors
GOAL $240,000
As United Methodists, we are part of a connectional
system which expects pastors to itinerant every 6 – 10
years and live in the community in which they serve.
We have an obligation to provide housing for our
future pastors. Although there are a number of
options, it is in the best financial interest of the church
to purchase a parsonage outright. It is expected that
future pastors will live in the parsonage. In our current
real estate market, an investment of $400,000 into a
property in Danvers would allow us to meet our future
pastors’ needs.
We are fortunate to have $160,000 already set aside
for this purpose. An additional $240,000 is needed to
purchase pastoral housing by 2011.
Outreach Commitment
GOAL $60,000
Because the mission of Holy Trinity aspires to love God,
our neighbors and ourselves, we will commit $60,000 of
our Capital Campaign funds to neighbors beyond our
own doors. We will honor our $54,250.00 commitment
to the Together for Tomorrow Campaign of our annual
conference. These monies will be used to renovate
Camps and Retreat Centers such as Camp
Aldersgate and Rolling Ridge, revitalize existing
congregations and plant new ones, contribute to the
health care costs of our retired clergy, and support
mission beyond our annual conference. The
additional $5,750.00 will seed a fund for micro loans to
those who are economically impoverished. Over time
these loans will be paid back, allowing for continued
investment locally and globally.
Capital Improvements to Our Facility
GOAL $469,000
A. Exterior Site and Parking Lot Enhancements $75,000
1. Resurface and re-stripe parking lot.
2. Rebuild existing brick planters in front of church and add landscaping
3. Improve exterior lighting fixtures and controls.
B. Building Mechanical and Electrical Systems $122,000
1. Replace hot water heater in kitchen that serves dishwasher and
Jack & Jill restrooms.
2. Review and study needed improvements to fire alarm system.
3. Add heat and smoke detectors in kitchen, admin wing and sanctuary.
4. Provide the needed improvements to electrical power, lighting & data
systems.
5. Replace the boilers & control system that have reached their useful life.
C. Roofing, Glazing & Waterproofing $132,000
1. Make necessary improvements and/or replace rubber roof over kitchen
and admin wing.
2. Repair sanctuary roof.
3. Replace 2 casement windows at rear of new wing.
4. Recaulk and repaint all exterior surfaces.
5. Repair leak in boiler room.
D. Sanctuary Enhancements $42,000
1. Provide electrical improvements for musical equipment and lighting
options.
2. Provide an improved audio system.
3. Provide new visual aid wiring and system components.
4. Clean or refinish all millwork.
5. Provide seat cushions for pews.
E. Fellowship Hall, Kitchen and other Interior Renovations $98,000
1. Provide new floor, wall and ceiling finishes in fellowship hall including
enclosing 2 of the remaining cubicles, new lighting and provisions for
audio/visual presentations.
2. Upgrade kitchen with some new equipment and finishes.
3. Provide new furniture and computer equipment throughout.
4. Repair dishwasher in kitchen.
4. How can I decide how much to give?
Only you can prayerfully decide what is appropriate for you.
We will all be encouraged to give in extraordinary ways,
in addition to what we commit to current operating expenses
and benevolences, believing that "good giving" gifts our spiritual lives.
We are striving for 100% participation.
5. How can I pay my pledge?
Capital Campaign Case Statement located here: