Make a Pledge

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​Prepare the way . . .
​St. Mark’s Gospel begins with a call to prepare the way for God’s coming into the world. John the Baptist quotes Isaiah, who imagined a road being built – a major project where every valley would be lifted up and every mountain and hill laid low. With all obstacles removed, Isaiah says, “the glory of the Lord will be revealed, and all people will see it together.” The prophet casts a vision for a future full of hope and promise and then declares that the time to make ready is now.

Similarly, St. Christopher’s looks forward to a bright future. We are preparing for the next significant phase of our common life and ministry. What will it take to make our vision a reality? We believe it will take the prayerful commitment of every member of the parish to the 2019 Stewardship Drive.

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Make a Pledge

How do I make a pledge for 2019?

Option 1: Make your pledge online. Simply sign in to your secure Realm account and set up your pledge for 2019. You will be able to set the amount of your donations, the frequency, and method of payment. The link above directs you to the Realm sign in screen.

• Sign in to your Realm account and select Giving, then add a pledge (+Pledge).
• Input the amount of your pledge and set the frequency of your gifts using the drop-down menu. You will then have two options: (1) Save or (2) Save & Set up Recurring Gifts.

• If you will pay by check (your own or from your bank's bill-payer) or cash/check in an envelope in the offering plate, select Save.

• If you will pay by ACH bank withdrawal or credit card, select Save & Set Up Recurring Gifts (You can change the payment options at any time.)
• Once you have saved the pledge or saved & set up recurring gifts, the +Pledge tab will disappear. Your pledge will immediately reappear with "Annual 2019 Stewardship" shown above 2018 Tithes & Offerings on your Giving page.

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Please note: You must have signed in to your Realm account previously and set your password before you can make a pledge online. If you need help signing in, please  contact Parish Administrator, Anita Walker for assistance during church office business hours:   317-846-8716, x11 or awalker@stchriscarmel.org. If you would prefer printed help tips, please download them here.
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Option 2: Download a commitment card.  Print and complete the form. Bring it to the church and place it in the offering plate or leave it at the church office. Or mail the completed card to St. Christopher's Episcopal Church, Attn: Treasurer,1402 West Main Street, Carmel, IN 46032.

Option 3: Pick up a commitment card at church or contact the church office to request one. Complete the form and bring it to church or mail it to:
St. Christopher's Episcopal Church,  Attn: Treasurer, 1402 West Main Street, Carmel, IN 46032

How much do I commit to give?
Only you and God know what you can commit. We are praying for 100 percent participation—regardless of the amount. No matter the size of your commitment, your donations make a real difference. If you decide to increase your pledge or make a pledge when you have not done so before, it will be matched dollar for dollar by a challenge grant.

When do I make my a pledge?
You can make a commitment at any time. If you are new to St. Christopher's or to pledging for 2018, you may pledge an amount for the remainder of the current year. You may make your pledge online or by printing the 2018 commitment card and returning it to St. Christopher's. You may place it in the offering plate or mail to:
​ St. Christopher's Episcopal Church, Attn:  Treasurer, 1402 West Main Street, Carmel, IN 46032.

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