A Message from our Treasurer Bob Hardy

Dear Parishioners of St. John’s,

Each Sunday, I am reminded of how grateful I am for the people of this faith community. Over the past year, we have welcomed newcomers and I am thankful that you have chosen St. John’s as your new spiritual home. We also have a growing number of livestream viewers and this service has expanded our ministry into many homes. It takes a team of people working together to grow a church and I would like to thank all those who contribute so much of their time and talents to St. John’s.

As the parish treasurer, I would like to briefly update you on St. John’s finances. I am pleased to report that once again our spending and most of our income are on target for this year as projected in our annual budget. One of the highlights is the impressive $16,400 raised for Lookout’s North Shore Shelter through our Long, Long Night of Hope campaign. However, an area that concerns me greatly is that our regular donations are down by 18% from our budget. There may be many reasons for this as inflation has increased the cost of living for everyone. St. John’s is no exception in facing rising costs and we rely on donations to pay for our expenses.

In this last quarter of the year, I would ask that you prayerfully review where you are in your annual financial commitment to St. John’s. To bring your donations up to date, please drop off a cheque at the Church office or bring
your donation to the in-person services. I also ask that you begin to consider your financial commitment for 2026 or become a regular donor. If you are new to St. John’s please contact me or Bev Provost, our Donor Administrator,
as to how you can contribute regularly and be an important part of supporting our ongoing ministry. As always, I thank everyone for your faithful offerings of time, talent and treasure to St. John’s.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact me or one of the Church Wardens. I thank you for taking the time to read this and for your prayerful considerations.

Sincerely yours,
Bob Hardy, Treasurer