Thanksgiving Food Drive & Commitment Sunday is November 22, 2026
Our 2027 annual giving campaign, Transformed by Grace, invites us to reflect on how God’s love changes us—and how we respond through the gifts we share. At Hamline Church, grace takes root as we find belonging, nurture faith across generations, share our creativity, care for our neighbors, and work for a more just and compassionate world. Your financial commitment helps sustain this shared ministry and shape what becomes possible in the year ahead. We invite you to prayerfully consider your giving for 2027 as a practice of gratitude, an expression of trust, and a way to participate in what God is doing among us.
You can make your 2027 pledge online here, or bring your card to church on or before November 15. We will consecrate our annual giving commitments during worship on November 22 as part of our Thanksgiving Celebration!
2026 Testimonies
- What is a moment from worship that has stayed with you?
- "Listening to the house band play 'Streets of Minneapolis' by The Boss, Bruce Springsteen was a memorable one. It made me feel like everything was going to be alright. Somehow, we were going to get through this together.
- Watching Hamline Church's God on Broadway is so powerful. Fiddler on the Roof had me in tears, while the church's rendition of Frozen filled me with a pure childlike joy!" - Michaela R., Hamline Church Member
- Where have you seen God at work at Hamline Church this past year?
- "I've seen God at work this past year through the generosity and hospitality of the people at Hamline Church. When SNAP benefits stalled, Hamline responded with people donating a warm meal each week. Metro Surge left families without funds to cover their rent. When asked if the church could help, Hamline responded yes and trusted God to take care of the rest. Though the everyday moments might not be as noticeable, I've also seen God show up in the hugs people share when life is tough, the talents of everyone on Sunday mornings, the laughter among children and adults on Wednesday nights, the mittens and hats donated for school children, and in countless other ways." - Sarah H., Hamline Church Member
FAQS
- What is stewardship?
The practice of stewardship reminds us that all we have is not ultimately ours, but God’s. Our money and material possessions, as well as this good earth, are brimming with God’s grace as each sustains us. We are called to use what we’ve been given; grace is never to be consumed greedily or thoughtlessly, but with great generosity toward others and the work of God’s kingdom. A challenging practice, to be sure, but we come to discover that it actually gives us more than it asks. It’s been said that nothing can make God love us any less, and nothing can make God love us any more. That’s true with financial giving. We don’t give because we have to: we give because we can. We give because our giving helps lives be changed—even our own. - Should I use ACH (Bank Account) giving?
Yes! Credit cards cost us about 2 to 2.5% for each transaction, and that adds up to hundreds of dollars each month! Setting up a direct withdrawal from your bank account using ACH gives you the peace of mind that the vast majority of your gift is going directly to Hamline Church. - Is online giving safe?
Yes! Hamline Church’s relationship with Realm makes our online giving fully compliant with industry guidelines related to the use of credit cards and bank account information. - How do I make a commitment?
Click the “Give Now” button at the top of this page and set up a profile for online giving. - What if my financial circumstances change?
If you need to change your commitment at any time, just let us know. This commitment represents your voluntary giving; it’s not a binding contract. Contact the Financial Secretary in the church office to notify us of your change. - How are our financial gifts used?
Your financial giving changes people’s lives. We believe that our budget should reflect our mission, and we work every year to strengthen that alignment.
We also believe in honesty, transparency, and collaboration in our finances. Every fall, Hamline Church asks for members to make a yearly pledge, and the finance team drafts a budget. After receiving feedback and yearly pledges, the Finance Team publishes a final budget for the year.
