We Are a Tithing Church
The Church in Aurora today continues a 40 year tradition as a tithing church (the word tithe means a tenth part).
Each year 10% of the church’s budget is dedicated to Christian outreach, serving both local community needs and those in the wider world. With that in mind, and in thanks to the generosity of our congregation, the Missions Committee here at The Church in Aurora was able to support a variety of worthy causes—locally, nationally and internationally. Here’s a sample of what a tithing church can do.
Locally, we have been able to assist a variety of groups including Safer Futures, Hope Ignites of NE Ohio, Shepherd’s House, Hero’s Ruck program, Hartville Migrant Ministry, Haven Home, Townhall II, and our own Community Relief Fund, among others.
We also sponsor meals at Easter and Thanksgiving at Haven of Rest and City Mission.
Each year in December, Caring Tree donations of clothing and other gifts are earmarked for local organizations such as the Salvation Army and Haven of Rest. Monies received at our annual Vespers event are often donated to local food banks.
Farther afield we looked toward helping those fighting natural disasters such as the Texas Hill Country floods, Kentucky flood relief and California wild fire relief.
Internationally we joined with World Central Kitchen to feed those affected by natural disasters, war, famine and other turmoil. Our support of Mercy Corps provided aid in areas of crises to help communities break the cycle of poverty, forging new paths to prosperity in the face of injustice and instability.
Members of the committee are careful with the budget we oversee. Many of the organizations we contribute to have matching fund programs. Organizations are researched for their budgeting process so that we can make each dollar stretch to the fullest. The Missions Committee is also happy to research any suggestions from our congregation.
We look forward to how we can help with the challenges that lie ahead.
