Each year in October, we take some time to focus on Stewardship and what that means as we grow in our faith and relationship with God.
October 2025
Dear Walton Friends,
It’s that time of year again – temperatures are cooling, leaves are changing colour and for the Sundays of October 19 and 26 we take time at Walton to reflect on Stewardship.
Although October is the time that we focus on Stewardship, it really is an integral part of our faith and our lives as followers of Christ. It truly is “heart work.”
Part of our faith, part of why we join the Walton family, is because Christianity is about community. And we are all called to be part of our church community in any number of ways. How we give of our time, talent, and treasure is different for each one of us. Sometimes we are in a place where we can share all three. Sometimes, because of different circumstances, we might only be able to give in one way.
During this Stewardship reflection, we ask you to think about your “heart work.” How can you contribute to Walton and our community of faith?
• If you have time, you can support various ministries, such as Sunday school, nursery care, computer assistance, recording the service, ushering, and many others.
• If you have a special talent such as music, carpentry or even juggling, there is likely a place for it to shine. Check in with the office.
• Treasure, your financial gift to Walton, is essential to support all of our ministries. If you’re able to increase your givings, please consider doing so. Even a small increase can make a huge difference. If you are on PAR, simply contact the office to request an increase. This year, we have a budgeted deficit of $25,100. Everything we can do to decrease that deficit is a huge help.
In whatever way you choose to do the “heart” work of Stewardship, it is deeply appreciated.
“For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” Matthew 6:21
Blessings,
The Stewardship Committee
Walton Memorial United Church is a registered non-profit organization that relies on contributions from its members, adherents and friends to accomplish our Mission and Ministries. Our small but dedicated team ensures even the smallest contributions go a long way to offer Ministry and programming in the areas of Worship, Learning, Caring and Reaching out as we continue to live out God’s transforming love in so many faith-filled ways. Please donate here.
“Give generously to him and do so without a grudging heart; then because of this the Lord your God will bless you in all your work and in everything you put your hand to.” ~ Deuteronomy 15:10
Walton’s Stewardship committee works in collaboration with both Administrative and Ministerial staff to deliver a holistic Stewardship program at Walton. The Stewardship Program at Walton includes Year-Round Congregational Stewardship with a focus on Six Best Practices.
• Operational Management
• Stewardship Integration in Worship
• Stewardship Formation
• Stewardship Leadership
• Spiritual-Nurture Opportunities
• Engagement in Outreach Activities
1. Our PAR program – Pre-Authorized Remittance or PAR is a program administered by the United. You can sign up online.
2. The Church of Canada allows members to give regularly to the church – even when they are away or on vacation! We know that as our membership in the PAR program increases, so too does our financial stability and our ability to forecast and plan for the future.
3. Fall Annual Givings Review — each year we celebrate stewardship at Walton and ask members and adherents to assist in the budgeting process by making estimates of their annual giving.
4. Annual Narrative Budget — the Annual Narrative Budget helps tell the congregation’s story and connects the Time, Talent and Treasures we invest with the congregation’s ministries
5. Special Needs and Capital Projects: In some years, we require special efforts to meet unusual needs or capital projects. Stewardship leads fundraising initiatives to meet these needs.
2014 – Heating revitalization and Air conditioning installation in the Sanctuary
2011 – Restoration of our 100-year-old Stained Glass Windows
2005 – Repairs to the church foundation after a collapsed wall
2003 – Repainting of the church
2022 – Commercial Kitchen
Current – Accessible front entrance
