GIVING
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What is Stewardship?
It is really the Old Testament concept of tithing. Every good thing we have - even our very lives - comes to us from God. And it doesn't come in an unlimited fashion. The gifts we have received are loans to us, from God, to be used according to His plan. If you doubt that, take a moment to think about what "possessions" you are going to bring out of this world with you!"Where your heart is, so will be your treasure." (Mt. 6:21)
Stewardship is a way of life..It is a comprehensive concept, recognizing that we respond to God's generosity, not because we have to, but because God's own goodness draws us to respond. The Bible tells us: "The first of the fruits...shall you bring unto the house of the Lord your God." (Ex. 23:19).
Stewardship is emphatically NOT fund-raising - it extends to all facets of life: how we care for and use our time and talents, how we care for and use the goods of nature and how we care for and use the treasures we have been given, whatever those treasures may be. Jesus reminds us that God will not be outdone in generosity and that any sacrifice we make in His service will be rewarded 100-fold in this life and eternal life in the next. So, Stewardship is part and parcel of our partnership with Jesus in bringing salvation to ourselves and to our world.St. Peter says: "As generous distributors of God's manifold grace, put your gifts at the service of one another, each in the measure he has received." (1 Peter 4:8-10).So, it becomes a leap of faith - and we invite you to take that leap of faith!
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Online Giving
We at Christ Our King and Savior Church have been blessed as a parish by the Lord in many ways. It begins with our Eucharistic celebration and extends to our community of faith.Finances are essential to maintaining our ministry, and we greatly appreciate the generous support we receive from our parishioners and our visitors in doing God’s work.
To help make it more convenient for you to support the parish financially, we now offer Electronic Online Giving for your convenience. Save time, simplify your life, and support our parish. It is fast, secure, and easy! Our online giving program is an automated program that will allow you to make contributions without having to write a check or reach into your wallet for cash. It’s available seven days a week, 24 hours a day!
Since the Online Giving is done via a separate secure website (hosted by Our Sunday Visitor), Christ Our King and Savior Church will not have access to any of your banking information at any time.
You may donate through your checking account or with a credit card (Visa, MasterCard, & Discover). The funds are transferred directly from your account to the parish’s bank account, so it’s completely confidential. You can edit your transactions anytime by logging in to the Online Giving website with your username and password.
Visitors may give online without setting up an account using the QUICK GIVE OPTION.
Funds available for giving include offertory, all second collections, building fund, altar flowers, stipends, Ryan Library & our parish St. Vincent DePaul Society.
Please contact us with any questions via mailto://[email protected]
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WHAT IS AN ENDOWMENT FUND?
An endowment fund is an opportunity to help secure the financial well-being of our parish now and in the future. It helps ensure the future of the parish and sustain your mission now and forever. Gifts are protected by law and cannot be spent, are professionally invested, and grow over time. Your parish is the sole beneficiary of your parish endowment fund.
As the value of the endowment fund grows, your parish receives an annual distribution grant that comes from the earnings of the fund. The distribution grant can be used in many ways to support the needs of your parish.
Support your parish endowment fund by using the link below to make a gift today!
In addition to online gifts, you can contribute to your parish's endowment fund through cash, a check, appreciated stock, IRA QCDs, non-cash assets such as real estate or collections, or leaving a gift in your will. To learn about giving options, please get in touch with the Catholic Foundation of North Georgia at 404-497-9440 or email us.
CLICK TO MAKE A DONATION
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2025 Second and Special Collections
JanuaryJanuary 5 - COKAS' St. Vincent de Paul Society
January 12 - Archdiocesan Hispanic MinistriesFebruary
February 2 - COKAS' St. Vincent de Paul Society
February 9 - Black and Indian MissionsMarch
March 2 - COKAS' St. Vincent de Paul Society
March 5 - Ash Wednesday
March 19 - Catholic Relief ServicesApril
April 6 - COKAS' St. Vincent de Paul Society
April 13 - The Holy Land
April 20 - Archdiocesan Seminarians
April 27 - Catholic Home MissionsMay
May 4 - COKAS' St. Vincent de Paul Society
May 11 - Catholic CommunicationsJune
June 1 - COKAS' St. Vincent de Paul Society
June 29 - Peter's PenceJuly
July 6 - COKAS' St. Vincent de Paul Society
July 13 - Catholic Mission OutreachAugust
August 3 - COKAS' St. Vincent de Paul Society
September
September 7 - Catholic University of America
September 21 - Archdiocese of Atlanta's St. Vincent de Paul SocietyOctober
October 5 - COKAS' St. Vincent de Paul Society
October 19 - World Missions | Church in Latin America and EuropeNovember
November 2 - COKAS' St. Vincent de Paul Society
November 9 - Archdiocesan Seminarians
November 16 - Campaign for Human DevelopmentDecember
December 7 - Retirement Fund for Religious
December 24/25 - Catholic Charities Atlanta
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2025 Archbishop's Annual Appeal
This year, the Archbishop’s Annual Appeal theme is 'We are One Body in Christ'. The theme of this year’s annual appeal was chosen to remind us that we, as members of the Church, are called to work together for the common good, each of us playing a vital role in the mission of Christ. Our Archdiocese is a living example of this unity—one body made up of many faithful members, each essential to the vitality of the whole. Through your generous gifts, we can continue the work we were called to do as Christians: educate our seminarians, support our retired priests, provide catechesis to our children and protect the rights of the unborn. Please be generous in your response.
Serving more than one million Catholics, the mission of the Archdiocese of Atlanta is to proclaim the Gospel of the Lord and grow all of north and central Georgia in faith, hope, love, and service to others. Our theme for the appeal this year is “We are One Body in Christ.” Your gift and participation in the 2025 Archbishop’s Annual Appeal helps make it possible by supporting the ministerial, outreach, education, formation, and discipleship work of the Archdiocese of Atlanta. Please give prayerful consideration to your level of support to help fund the essential ministries and services supported by the Appeal.
†Archbishop Gregory J. Hartmayer, OFM Conv
Archbishop of AtlantaChrist our King and Savior 2025 Status
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ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY (SVDP)
WHO ARE WE?
We are COKAS parishioners, called to serve our Neighbors in Need in Greene, Putnam, and Hancock Counties by providing emergency financial assistance for rent, temporary lodging, utilities, food, clothing, prescription medication, transportation assistance, and more.
WHAT WE DO
Focusing on hunger, housing, and health, St. Vincent de Paul at COKAS meets basic needs, removes barriers to stability, and creates paths to self-sufficiency through direct services, education, and empowerment to provide help and hope to neighbors in need in the tri-county area.
HOME VISITS
Our Home Visit is the heart of what we do at St. Vincent de Paul at COKAS. Visiting neighbors in need in their homes respects their dignity and provides a private setting so they can freely discuss their challenges. During Home Visits, our caseworkers conduct an initial assessment and then collaborate with individuals and families to create an action plan for them moving forward. We help them achieve stability by providing short-term financial assistance and caring spiritual support.
OUR MISSION
With a mission to provide help and hope to neighbors in need, St. Vincent de Paul at COKAS serves individuals, families, and communities in Middle Georgia, stabilizing those in crisis and creating paths to self-sufficiency.
OUR IMPACT
Each year, St. Vincent de Paul at COKAS helps over 1,500 families. We give direct aid through temporary housing, rent, utilities, food, clothing, and household goods. Click to read the 2023 Impact Report.
DONATE
We rely upon the donations of our generous parishioners to provide financial assistance to our Neighbors in Need. Please donate to the monthly second collection for SVdP or give online through the COKAS website.
HOW TO BECOME INVOLVED
To learn more about our ministry, we welcome you to our monthly meeting, which is held at 9:30 a.m. on the last Wednesday of each month in the Social Hall.
For more information, contact Cathy Lepkowski at [email protected] or 678-294-6852
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What are the advantages of Online Giving?
It makes it easy to fulfill stewardship commitments, even when you are unable to attend church. You will never have to bring cash or checks to church. Giving electronically also helps the church save money and plan its budget!
How are my contributions automatically deducted from my account?
Once you create your account, the contribution amount you specify will automatically be transferred from your bank account to the church's bank account.
When will my contribution be deducted from my account?
Your electronic contribution will be debited on the date you specify.
If I do not write checks, how do I keep my checkbook balance straight?
Since your contribution is made at a pre-established time, you simply record it in your check register on the appropriate date. Electronic contributions are recorded for you on your bank statement as well as your online reports
Without a canceled check, how can I prove I made my contribution?
Your bank statement provides an itemized list of electronic transactions as well as your online reports.
Can I put different amounts in offerings and have all of them withdrawn at different times?
You can set up to contribute to different offerings at different times; However, you will have to do each one separately. You will receive a receipt for each one.
What if I change bank accounts?
Simply login and update your account information
What if I try Online Giving and do not like it?
You can cancel your authorization by deleting your credit card and/or bank account information along with your donation dates.
How do I sign up for Online Giving?
Simply click on the "Online Giving" button on the upper left sidebar and click on the Create New Account link.
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Annual ReportsWe invite you to explore our Annual Parish Report, a comprehensive reflection of our community’s growth, achievements, and future aspirations. Inside, you’ll find updates on our ministries, financial health, and inspiring stories of faith in action. This report highlights how each of us, together, is making a difference. Take a moment to see how your support, service, and prayers have helped strengthen our parish family and fueled our mission. Join us in celebrating the past year and envisioning what’s to come!
2023-2024
Click for the Annual Report
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2022-2023
Click to View the 2022-23 Report
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