CHRISTMAS SHARE OFFERING

THE PURPOSES OF THIS OFFERING


Will you begin to pray now about what God would have you give, 

over and above your regular giving, to this special offering?

Allow God to stretch your faith!

Magnifying His Light

To those in distress . . .

Benevolence and Crisis Counseling

For 25 years God has allowed us to come along side people in distress, a death in the family or a need for intense counseling.  In 2024 we want to expand our benevolence support.  Throughout the year, every year, even CPC members will need help getting through a difficulty, a job loss and other crisis.  We are called to be benevolent because our Savior personified kindness and generosity.

Magnifying His Light

To those we dearly love . . . Children

We are called to strengthen and grow the cause of Jesus in Laos.  To magnify His Light.  CPC currently provides housing, clothes, food and love for 75 Lao orphans.  This offering will provide for daily provisions for Lao orphans.  In addition, we will provide for
American homeless mothers and their children (just initiative).  Finally, our Family Ministries programs will be enhanced.

Magnifying His Light

To those in our world . . . Evangelism

This offering will allow us to continue our focused approach to sharing the gospel with our world.  We want to meaningfully support the Faugl Mission to the Thai and Lao.

How can I be a part of the

Christmas Share offering?


Frequently Asked Questions

WHY A SPECIAL OFFERING?      

 

As part of God’s plan to grow the faith of the people in His church, He calls us to sacrificial giving from time to time. This special offering is an opportunity for us to grow in our faith and to prepare us for what God wants to do through our church in 2024. This offering is not because we are behind on budget, but rather it will position us to make a greater impact in 2024.


WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN

THE REGULAR OFFERING AND THIS SPECIAL OFFERING?


The regular Cypress Point offering is the proportional amount (the full tithe of 10%) that we set apart on a systematic basis and give throughout the year. From time to time there are opportunities to give in a sacrificial way. The annual Christmas Share Offering is one of those sacrificial occasions that stretch us to grow in our faith. The special offering should be over and above what you regularly give.



HOW MUCH SHOULD I GIVE?


Since the goal is $77,000 this special offering must involve everyone. Please prayerfully consider a sacrificial gift that will stretch your faith. The precise amount you give is between you and God. Many in our church can give a $1,000 - $5,000 gift. Others will be able to give $100 - $500. The issue is not equal giving, but equal sacrifice. What amount can you give that will stretch your faith?


WHEN SHOULD I GIVE?


The best time to give will be on Sunday, November 12, 2023. Please pray about making your best gift on this day. However, you can continue to give until January 15, 2024. Please include a note designating that your gift is for the Christmas Share Offering. For those who would like to make special arrangements to give stock or an early 2023 gift to the Christmas Share Offering simply call our office at 813-986-9100.


CAN I GIVE ON-LINE, VIA BANK CHECK OR THROUGH AUTO-DEBIT?


Of course! When you give at www.cypresspoint.church simply mark your gift in the memo area as being for the “Christmas Share Offering.” Likewise, you can use your bank online payment option to send a check directly to the church office. Again, simply mark in the memo area that your gift is for the “Christmas Share Offering”. It’s simple and convenient.


ARE MY GIFTS TAX-DEDUCTIBLE?


All gifts to Cypress Point, whether via the regular offering or this special offering, are completely tax-deductible. Be sure your gift arrives at our office before December 31, 2023 to insure that it can be applied to your 2023 Giving Statement. Please be sure to include your name and address when you give so that a receipt can be sent to you in early 2024 for your tax preparation.


HOW DID WE ARRIVE AT A $77,000 GOAL?


It is a God-sized goal that can only be accomplished through 100% participation and sacrificial giving by our Cypress Point attenders and members. 


HOW WILL I KNOW IF WE REACH OUR GOAL?


Please pray for God's guidance as we all give sacrificially.  You will be updated through CPC E-news, texts and during our Sunday services.

Have additional questions? Please contact us at 813-986-9100.