Dear Members and Friends of TCP,
Here are your materials for Sunday morning, Oct. 26th. The Joyful Noise Band will be leading us. Also, please note the important announcement below regarding the church operating budget. Thank you. I appreciate you so much!!!
See you Sunday!
Love,
David
Consider Year-End Giving to Support TCP
Financially, Trinity Church in the Pines is having a somewhat difficult year. While Trinity’s 2025 budget was thoughtfully developed based on prior years’ expenses, and our current expenses are below that budget, our donations are significantly lower. Here are the facts. As of September 30, 2025 accumulated income is $109,426 and accumulated expenses are $150,919 for a shortfall of $41,492 in income so far this year.
So here is a reminder as we all consider year-end giving. There are three efficient ways to give in order to financially support TCP.
First, donating appreciated securities is quick and simple. You, the donor, receive the current value of the security as a charitable deduction but without the tax liability for the capital gain.
Second, if anyone over the age of 73 has not yet made their Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) from their IRA or SEP for 2025 it is not too late! You can have the distribution made directly to Trinity Church in the Pines by December 31st and you will not have to declare it as personal income because it goes directly to the church. As always, check with your qualified tax advisor for specifics related to your personal situation.
Third, your cash or check contributions can be given to TCP when you are in church or by mailing them to the church. The TCP mailing address is PO Box 676, Grand Lake, CO 80447.
Thank you for your consideration.
