Turning Inside Out

Let’s start with thank you. Your generous response to our recent annual stewardship campaigns has enabled our church to do new things with new people and to do it all with excellence. This year, we want to do it again, with an intentional focus on our ministry in the community.

We are calling this campaign “Turning Inside Out” because of this focus on serving outside our church doors. We have set an aggressive goal of doubling our outreach budget over the next two years because we feel God is calling us to extend our generosity in the community at an even greater level.

To accomplish this, we are asking every congregation member to prayerfully consider increasing their pledge for 2026 by at least 5%. For example, if you currently give $100 per month, pledge to give $105 (or more) per month in 2026.

We know this is asking much, but we remember Jesus’ words: “…to whom much has been given, much will be required.” At Reveille, we have been given much. Our outreach ministries already do so much good in the world. With your support, we hope to serve with an even greater impact in our community.

You can make your 2026 pledge right now at www.reveilleumc.org/pledge.

Outreach Ministry Focus Areas in 2026

In 2026, we will continue our current outreach ministries that serve our community and the world beyond and expand our efforts in two areas:

Food Insecurity
Our outreach team has plans to deepen and expand our efforts to address food insecurity in RVA through increased support of current partners and development of new collaborations. By addressing food insecurity and hunger, we also address their serious impact on physical and mental health, child development, and overall well-being.

Prison Ministries
In August of this year, we began promoting opportunities to support PATH Reentry, a nonprofit organization that provides housing and supportive services to individuals transitioning back into society after long-term incarceration. Our outreach team wants to build Reveille’s relationship with PATH and partner with other organizations who focus on reentry, family support, and advocacy.

Learn more about our outreach focus at the stewardship kickoff meeting on Sunday, October 19, at 9:30 am in the youth center, and in worship on October 19 and 26.

Why Pledge?

A pledge is an estimate of your financial contributions in the coming year. These contributions fund everything we do as a church, from salaries for clergy and staff to our outreach ministries, worship, music, and facilities. Pledges help the church plan for both priorities and possibilities in the year ahead.

Your pledge is also a response to God’s generosity in our lives. It is made both in thanks and as a commitment. A pledge can turn giving into a spiritual discipline, just like prayer or worship, helping to keep God as a priority in our life.

Your Generosity Journey

If you do not currently give to Reveille, start your faithful generosity journey. Every contribution or pledge helps further the purposes of Christ in the world.

If you give but do not pledge, make a commitment for 2026. A pledge is a promise of financial support for the upcoming year, made out of love for God and neighbor. A pledge turns giving into a spiritual discipline, just like prayer or worship, and keeps God a priority. Every pledge is impactful, regardless of the amount.

If you already pledge, prayerfully consider increasing your pledge for 2026 by at least 5% more than your current commitment. By giving in proportion to income and moving toward the ultimate goal of the tithe (10% of income), you are lovingly and responsibly placing yourself in service to God.

Pledge now to support Reveille’s ministries in 2026. You may also return your pledge card during worship or mail it to the church office.