Annual Parish Financial Report
Ed Scott, Finance Council Chair
FinanceCouncil@StPhilipMinistries.com
“Give and gifts will be given to you; a good measure, packed together, shaken down, and overflowing, will be poured into your lap. For the measure with which you measure will in return be measured out to you.” – Luke 6:38
A Message from Father Gervan
Dear Parishioners,
It is hard to believe that another year has passed. Looking back, I am filled with gratitude for all that God has accomplished in and through our parish family. Saint Philip continues to be a vibrant community where people come to know, love, and serve God and our neighbor. None of this would be possible without your faith, your prayers, your service, and your generosity.
I am pleased to share that our parish remains in a strong financial position. Thanks to your faithful stewardship, we continue to meet our financial obligations, maintain our ministries, invest in our facilities, and plan responsibly for the future. This report reflects not only healthy finances but, more importantly, the generous hearts of the people of Saint Philip.
Over the past year, we have continued to beautify our church and care for the buildings entrusted to us. Our church space is becoming ever more worthy of the sacred mysteries we celebrate, while our parish campus remains well maintained and welcoming for everyone who comes through our doors. Beauty and functionality are not luxuries, they are expressions of our love for God and of our hospitality to one another.
Earlier this year, we introduced our Stewardship Campaign centered on the Three Buckets. This initiative reminds us that Christian stewardship has three important dimensions: supporting the daily life and mission of our parish, caring for the needs of our diocese, and extending Christ’s love beyond our community through outreach and missionary efforts. Your response has been inspiring, and I thank everyone who has embraced this vision.
As always, I encourage you to continue giving faithfully. Stewardship is not simply about meeting a budget; it is a response of gratitude to God for the countless blessings He has given us. Every gift, whether large or small, allows us to proclaim the Gospel, celebrate the sacraments, educate our children, serve those in need, and continue building a parish where future generations can encounter Jesus Christ.
Thank you for believing in the mission of Saint Philip. Thank you for your trust, your sacrifices, and your commitment to our parish family. Together, let us continue to build a community that truly seeks To Know, Love, and Serve God and our Neighbor.
Please know of my prayers for you and your families. May God continue to bless you abundantly for your generosity.
Shalom,
Fr. Gervan Menezes, Pastor