| We chose James D. Klote &
Associates because we expected that their full-time, on-site
model of custom service and unobtrusive expertise would serve us
well. We have not been disappointed! Undertaking a capital campaign in the economic conditions of this past year has
been an enterprise of faith. Klote & Associates has navigated these
uncharted waters together with us, offering wisdom, counsel, and full-time
on-site support. We are approaching our milestone target, and deeply
grateful for the services of our Klote consultant. |
Thomas J. Hartland
Chairman of the Stewardship Committee |
| Why would anyone want to be Chairman of the
Stewardship Committee?
The church plays a very important role in my life and in the life of my family.
I had asked Alan Gates several years ago, what could I do to repay St. Paul’s
for the enormously supportive role St. Paul’s had played in the development of
our kids. Three years ago, Alann asked me to be Chairman of the
Stewardship Committee.
Over that time period I have witnessed the leadership and development of our
Rector Alan Gates. I have experienced the time and energy Alan and the
entire leadership team at St. Paul’s have invested in creating a clear written
vision for our church. It has been extremely valuable that so much time
and so much energy has been exerted and such a large number of our congregation
has been deeply involved in creating a broad and comprehensive consensus on our
future direction.
Watching this plan come together and becoming
part of it, I have decided that it is a priority to me to focus my energy on
helping Alan, and helping St. Paul implement our vision. Now is our time.
I have backed away from other non-profits in which I am involved. I am
increasing my time and resources, and stepping up my personal giving to St.
Paul’s to be supportive of this important effort. The Stewardship and the
Capital Campaign this year will need all of us to step up our commitment to St.
Paul’s, and enable our vision to become a reality. |