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Complete the St Petersburg Diocese Secure Donation Form.

Be sure to select "Capital Campaign" in the Campaign drop-down option.

Stewardship and Giving Opertunities

Stewardship

What's Possible for Us?

As a parish,our collective potential will be realized only when we have unwrapped all of gifts ~ discovering the full potential of each individual parish member.

As stewards, we are first invited to be great receivers.

With open hands and heart, we realize how gifted we are by our loving God. In response, we are grateful ~ for all that we have, Given ~ offering our hearts to God, & GENEROUS ~ learning from God's own's generosity, we serve and share our gifts selflessly.

 

"...whoever sows bountifullu will also reap bountifully. Each must do as already determined,

without sadness or compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver." 2 Corinthians 9: 6-7

 

Our Stewardship Prayer

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St Jerome Stewardship Prayer

Lord, St. Jerome is composed of people
just like me. I help make it what it is.

St Jerome will be friendly, loving, purpose driven,
and Jesus centered... If I live these ideals everyday.

Our Parish will be Holy, and filled with the
Holy Spirit... If I am filled with the Holy Spirit.

St Jerome will grow, our pews filled, our ministries
overflowing with gifts... If I am involved.

Our Parish will be able to reach out to all...
If I am willing to share my gifts, and
if I am filled with hope and love.

May your Holy Spirit empower me today
to become the kind of parishioner you want me to be.
I ask this, through Christ our Lord. Amen

   

Serve & Share Commitment

We invite you to prayerfully offer a generous commitment in proportion to you blessings ~ giving a percentage of your income in line with the Lord's call to make a selfless sacrifice and yet, to do so without compulsion ~ instead in a spirit of true giving with a great joy.

As Catholics, we are called to embrace the biblical notion of tithing which means giving 10% of our income to the works of the Lord. Tithing means that we give 5% of our income to the Parich and its many ministries and services, 1% to the Diocesan Annual Pastoral Appeal, and the remaining 4% to other worthwhile causes, for example Catholic Schools and Education, Building Campaigns, Speacial Appeals and other Charities. To easily calculate your 5% Parish weekly giving goal, simply divide your annual income by 1000.

If neccessary, reach toward your giving goal over a year or two. Your commitment below will help us to meet our collective goals as a Parish.

Sign-up now via Pledge Connect's Secure System

   

Balancing our Budget

Fulfilling Your Offertory Pledge Through PledgeConnect

  • Consistent Collections. Making automatic contributions to the church helps minimize the financial challenges we face. PledgeConnect helps minimize the fluctuations caused by missed services, vacations, illness, weather or when families simply forget to bring a check or cash for their contribution.
  • Eliminate Writing Checks. Scheduling your contributions through PledgeConnect reduces or eliminates your need to write checks. A record of your electronic contribution will appear on your bank or credit card statement.
  • Flexible Options. You can specify your donation amount and how frequent it will occur, such as weekly, monthly, or quarterly. Your offering will be automatically withdrawn from your bank account or charged to your credit card.
  • Changes Easily Made. You may change your donation amount or cancel your recurring contribution at any time by calling the church office.
  • Other Contribution Options. PledgeConnect can support gifts made to additional or special collections, such as Christmas or Debt Reduction. Visit the church website for the complete list of designations.
   

PledgeConnect FAQ

A Church Members Guide to PledgeConnect

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. What is automated giving though PledgeConnect?

    It is an automated means to financially support the church through regular contributions from your checking, savings, or credit/debit card account.  There is no cost for you to participate in the program.

  1. How do I enroll with PledgeConnect?

    Contributing to the church through PledgeConnect is simple.  You can enroll online through the church website or by filling out an enrollment form at the church office.  Call the church office for assistance.

  1. Can I contribute to additional church collections through PledgeConnect?

    Yes.  All automated giving participants have the opportunity to contribute to any fund that the church has designated through PledgeConnect.

  1. Which payment methods are accepted?

    PledgeConnect supports direct bank transfers from your checking or savings accounts and all major credit cards such as Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover.

  1. Can I donate a one-time gift or contribution for a specific term using PledgeConnect?

    Yes.  One time gifts are graciously accepted.  Donors can also make recurring gifts that are withdrawn automatically on a regular interval, such as weekly or monthly.

  1. When I use PledgeConnect, do I receive a receipt for tax purposes?

    Yes.  When you setup a contribution online, you will immediately receive an email receipt for your contribution.  This receipt can be used for your record keeping.

  1. I’m enrolled in PledgeConnect.  How do I alter my contribution information – such as donation amount, bank account or credit card information, or mailing address?

    A change request can be submitted directly to the church from the online PledgeConnect page, or you may also contact the church office by phone.  The office administrator will be happy to process your request.

  1. How does my PledgeConnect automated contribution relate to my use of weekly envelopes?

    If you enroll in automatic contributions for church offertory, you may no longer need to use your weekly envelopes.  Contact the church office for more information.

  1. I use envelopes.  What do I put in my weekly envelope if I make my contribution electronically?

    Check the box on the empty envelope that says “I give electronically,” or simply write it on the envelope if it isn’t printed this way.

  1. I don’t use envelopes, but I feel uncomfortable having nothing tangible to physically drop into the collection basket.  What can I do?

    You may be able to complete a special PledgeConnect card indicating that you contribute electronically and drop the card into the collection basket.  Contact the church office for more information.

   

Location

10895 Hamlin Blvd, Blvd. Largo Fl 33774
sjcc@tampabay.rr.com
Phone: 727-595-4610
    Fax: 727-596-6792

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