We Did It!!!

As you no doubt are already aware, on February 5th it was announced that our parish reached our internal goal of raising $500,000 for our Capital Campaign towards the replacement of our roof and the electrical wiring. With the assistance of a very generous donor who was willing to help us make it over the final hurdle we did it. Thanks Be To God For Answering Our Prayers!

This campaign has been such a success because of the tremendous outpouring of support by the congregation and the St. Luke's community at large. Countless hours of work were undertaken by all the members of the Capital Campaign Commitee, especially the Honorary Co-Chairs, Ken and Elsie Cundy and the Campaign Co-Chairs Rick Dickson and Diane Eynon. Plus we musn't forget the hard work done by the Clergy, The Vestry and the parish staff (especially you Linda).

This doesn't mean that the campaign is actually over. If for some reason you have not been contacted about making a pledge to this campaign and you would like to contribute please see one of the members of the campaign committee, clergy or staff.

"O merciful Creator, your hand is open wide to satisfy the
needs of every living creature: Make us always thankful for
your loving providence; and grant that we, remembering the
account that we must one day give, may be faithful stewards
of your good gifts; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with
you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, for ever
and ever. Amen."

Congratulations Everybody.

Campaign Update

As of today we have received a total of $461,815 in over 103 pledges! That means that 92.4% of our $500,000 goal has been realized.

Whatever you do, don't forget that the big wrap up celebration for the internal portion of the campaign happens this Sunday February the 3rd. We're going to have an extra festive coffee hour after the 11:00 a.m. Eucharist with lots of food, fellowship and music by our very own Mary Ellen Desmond. And you'll get a closer look at the new Parish Timeline that was created in conjunction with the training that several members of our Parish completed through Partners For Sacred Places.

If you have not yet been contacted about an opportunity to make a pledge, please speak with Marcia White or Kevin Stevens.

PLEDGED as of November 11: $205,000
PLEDGED as of November 18: $281,000
PLEDGED as of December 2: $303,000
PLEDGED as of December 9: $342,000
PLEDGED as of December 16: $385,000
PLEDGED as of December 23: $404,000
PLEDGED as of December 30: $413,000
PLEDGED as of January 7: $431,000
PLEDGED as of January 30: $462,000

Campaign Update

Through last Sunday we received a total of $413,000 in over seventy-five three year pledges!

We plan to wrap up the campaign by February the 3rd. The Campaign Leadership Team still has quite a few folks to solicit. If you think you may not be on our list, please speak with Marcia White or Kevin Stevens.

PLEDGED as of November 11: $205,000
PLEDGED as of November 18: $281,000
PLEDGED as of December 2: $303,000
PLEDGED as of December 9: $342,000
PLEDGED as of December 16: $385,000
PLEDGED as of December 23: $ 404,000
PLEDGED as of December 30: $413,000

New Campaign Updates

Great News...it's official. We have met Ken & Elsie Cundy's generous $35,000 matching pledge. The stats right now are as follows:

$ Amount Pledged As Of 12/13/07: $382,285
Minimum Internal Parish Goal: $500,000
% of Goal Attained$76.5
Number of Donors Projected: 115
Number of Contacts Made: 66
Number of Donors So Far: 65
% Positive Response: 98.5%
Average Amount of Pledge: $5,881


Remember: If you haven't yet been contacted please be patient. It takes a while for all of our volunteers to contact each and every potential donor. And, with Christmas only a week away, you may not be contacted until January of 2008.

Have a Very Merry Christmas and a wonderful New Year.

Campaign Update

From the start of the campaign on All Saint's Day, November 1, through last Sunday we had received a total of $342,000 in over sixty three-year pledges!

If you have not yet been solicited, don’t worry you will be. Check with Marcia White or Kevin Stevens, Kick Off Chairs, to find out who has been assigned to visit with you. If, for tax purposes, you want to be solicited before the New Year let them know. The Campaign runs through the first week in February. We want to make sure that someone in the congregation prays specifically for our parish and neighborhood throughout the Campaign. Sign up sheets are located in the Narthex.

PLEDGED as of November 11: $205,000
PLEDGED as of November 18: $281,000
PLEDGED as of December 2: $303,000
PLEDGED as of December 14: $342,000

Campaign Update

As you may have heard Capital Campaign pledges, as of Sunday, totaled $306,000!!! That's terrific. This represents a tremendous amount of work by all of our volunteeers especially the Pace Setter and Kick-Off vounteers who have been calling and visiting members of the St. Luke & The Epiphany family. Thanks to everybody who has worked so hard to make this campaign such a success far.

There is still a lot more to do but it seems that we are well on our way to achieving our campaign goals!

Campaign Update

As of November the 18th total pledges received for the Preserving Our Past, Building Our Future campaign are at $281,000!

Thanks again to everyone who made the KICK OFF events such a great success especially Marcia White and Kevin Stevens who co-chaired the parish’s party on November 11. Thanks also go to Honorary Campaign Chairs, Kenneth and Elsie Cundy, for their enthusiasm and encouragement and to the Campaign Chairs, Diane Eynon and Rick Dickson. Thanks too to Vicki Ellis and Joe Quinn who helped with the earlier Pacesetter event and for the amazing work done by the Communications Chairs, Brigid and Marya Kaye and David Sims and the Special Events Chair, Beverly Brooks.

Capital Campaign Kick-Off Celebration

The Capital Campaign Kick-Off on Sunday November 11th was a rousing success. With $205,000 of pledges already received we're off to a terrific start. Check out the picures of the event:http://www.flickr.com/photos/stlukeandtheepiphany/

Official Campaign Kick-Off Sunday November 11th

Be sure to join us on Sunday November 11th during and after the 11:00 a.m. Eucharist to celebrate the story of The Church of St. Luke and The Epiphany and to learn more about what we are doing to Preserve our Past and Build our Future!

A Lovely Gathering Sets The Pace

The Capital Campaign Pacesetters and Pacesetters Volunteers gathered in the chapel last evening for a beautiful time of celebration and fellowship. Brief presentations were made by Father Broadley, the Campaign co-chairs Diane Eynon and Rick Dickson as well as the Pacesetter co-chairs, Vicki Ellis and Joe Quinn.

An additional presentation was made by the Honorary Campaign Co-Chairs Ken and Elsie Cundy who announced that they are making a challenge pledge for the campaign. For every $10 in pledges and contributions raised they will contribute $1, up to a maximum of $35,000. That means that when the campaign makes the $350,000 mile post the Cundy's very generous challenge will be met.

Mary Ellen Desmond provided the evenings entertainment. Special thanks to everyone who made the evening such a success especially Beverly Brooks, Joe Quinn, Vicki Ellis, Kevin Stevens, Joe Donahue, Doug Flanagan, Marcia White, David Sims and Victor Psoras.

Campaign Co-Chairs, Rick Dickson & Diane Eynon Talk About What The Campaign Means To Them

QUESTION: Can you describe what “Preserving our Past, Building our Future” means to you as campaign co-chairs?

Rick: “Many generations that came before us sacrificed to insure that St. Luke and The Epiphany would be on 13th Street to serve the people of the neighborhood. It is now our opportunity to insure that the church will be here to welcome and heal people looking for God's grace. Not just for today but for the generations that will come after us.”

Diane: “To me, it means an opportunity for all of us at St. Luke & The Epiphany to do what those who came before us did; ensure a future where others may walk through the doors and bear witness to what God is doing in their lives and the neighborhood.”


QUESTION:Besides the new roof and electrical system do you foresee any additional benefits to the parish as a result of this campaign?

Diane: “I think there are many tangible and intangible benefits for the parish beyond the new roof and electrical system. For example, in working on the campaign I have seen the strengthening of relationships and the bond that holds us together in community.”

Rick: “In addition to the tangible benefits of the roof and electrical system, I think the campaign has already helped to deepen our sense of community. As each of us has had the opportunity to look at our own commitment, we are reminded that each person is important to the work God is doing here.”


QUESTION:If you had to make a prediction of where you see our parish in 5 years what would it be?

Rick: “The great thing about St. Luke's is that we don't know where God will take us. Every week we find new people coming through our doors…While I don't know what we will look like in five years, I am confident that we will be focused on tending to those in need or hurt and celebrating God's healing power manifest in this place.”

Diane: “Wow. That is a tough question. I see us continuing to be a welcoming and safe place for all who enter.”


QUESTION:What would you say to those who might be wondering if our parish can successfully achieve this major goal?

Diane: “I believe we can achieve our goal. I think the results of the needs assessment tell us it is achievable and I know from working on the campaign and seeing the level of commitment and enthusiasm from so many people we have what it takes to make this happen.”


Rick: “…I can feel the enthusiasm of people about this campaign. I think people are up for the challenge. It is a stretch for us to talk about raising $500,000. It is also good for us to look at that number and say it will be hard but we are committed…no matter how much money we raise, we will be a different place as a result. This campaign gives each of us the opportunity to look at the role St. Luke and The Epiphany plays in our lives. It is hard for me to imagine my life without it.”


QUESTION: Any final thoughts on the campaign that you’d like to share with the readers?

Diane: “I think the most important thing to remember is that this campaign is asking each of us to contribute to St Luke & The Epiphany in whatever way we can and that each individual contribution ensures the well-being of the whole.”

Pacesetters Workshop Was A Success

On Wednesday October 24th, in the parish community room, the leadership team of the Preserving our Past, Building our Future campaign hosted a terrific workshop for all of the volunteers of the campaign's Pacesetters group. More than 35 people attended the event which was hosted by our Pacesetter Co-chairs, Vicki Ellis and Joe Quinn. The workshop featured a presentation by Jim Catrambone and Debbie Hurd from Federico Associates who are our campaign consultants.

At the event the Pacesetter leaders received training on how to engage in conversastions with other Pacesetters on the various opportunities available to support this important endeavor for our parish. Pacesetter volunteers also got their first glimpse of the campaign brochure and our case statement.

The Campaign Leadership Team

HONORARY CHAIRS - Ken & Elsie Cundy
CAMPAIGN CHAIRPERSONS - Rick Dickson, Diane Eynon
PACESETTER CHAIRPERSONS - Vicki Ellis, Joe Quinn
KICKOFF CHAIRPERSONS - Kevin Stevens, Marcia White
COMMUNICATIONS CHAIRPERSONS - Brigid Kaye, Marya Kaye, David Sims
SPECIAL EVENTS CHAIR - Beverly Brooks
SENIOR WARDEN - Judith Gran
DATA MANAGEMENT - Linda Boyce, Rick Dickson
CAMPAIGN CONSULTANTS - Federico Associates