Plainfield UMC’s fall Financial Summit offered an encouraging look at the church’s financial health and ministry impact.
Through August, total income reached $722,464, or about 72% of the annual budget—up from $682,614 during the same period last year. This growth reflects the continued generosity of our congregation.
The Finance Committee also reviewed the narrative budget, which shows how giving fuels ministry in areas such as Worship, Adult Discipleship, Mission and Outreach, Facility Care, Children and Youth, and more. Facility Care represents the largest portion of the budget at 28%, followed by Worship at 19%.
Expenses remain under budget, with most ministry areas spending just over half of their annual allocations. The church also maintains 49 designated funds totaling $183,308, supporting projects like Youth Missions, Homeless and Hungry Ministries, and Reach Beyond facility improvements.
The Board of Trustees shared a long-range maintenance plan through 2060, noting the need for ongoing funding to sustain facilities and address unplanned repairs such as termite treatment and bat eradication.
We’re grateful for the faithful giving that makes ministry possible and for everyone who supports Plainfield UMC’s mission to make a difference for Christ every day.
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