Every generous act of giving, with every perfect gift, is from above,
James 1:17, NRSV
Plenty Good Room at St. A’s
Jesus said, “In my Father’s house there are many dwelling places,” John 14:2, NRSV.
This promise of abundance and welcome lies at the heart of our stewardship theme: Plenty Good Room.
Stewardship Campaign 2026
September 27th to
November 1st
Jesus promises us, “In my Father’s house there are many dwelling places” (John 14:2). We believe this means that God’s love is wide enough to hold us all, and that we are bound together in holy community.
This year’s theme, Plenty Good Room, reminds us that stewardship is not only about financial and in-kind gifts. It is also about relationships – the ways we are connected to God, to one another, and to our neighbors.
To listen to the spiritual “Plenty Good Room” by Kirby Shaw, click the button below.
Celebration
A manifestation of our thankfulness.
In this final week of our Plenty Good Room stewardship campaign, we celebrate all the gifts God has given us.
Our practice of welcome, the life of our beloved community, and the abundance and generosity of all the saints is a reason to celebrate.
There is always plenty good room here at St. Augustine’s in-the-Woods.
Click the image below to listen to Chris Lubinski talk about what she is thankful for at St. A’s
Generosity
St. A’s is an incredibly generous congregation.
There are many ways that generosity is expressed here at St. A’s. Generous gifts of time (Alder Guild, for example), Generous gifts of talent (Choir, for example), Generous gifts of financial resources (Annual pledges, for example).
Also, our outreach ministries of the Holiday Market, Trash and Treasure, and the Mission Sunday offering send thousands back into the community.
Click the image below to listen to John Porter describe the impact of generosity for our neighbors at Harbor Inn.
Abundance
Where do you see abundance at work at St. A’s?
Jesus said, “I came that they may have life, and have it abundantly.” [John 10:10 NRSV].
Abundance in our life together at St. A’s takes many forms. Enlivened by God’s grace, our shared time, talents, and treasure the gifts of our beloved community bless us all.
Click the image below to hear how Carolyn Otterman experiences abundance in learning at St. A’s.
Beloved Community
How do you experience St. A’s as a beloved community?
This week we are focusing on what it means to be a beloved community.
The author, Adam Russell Taylor defines it this way:
“For me, the Beloved Community is creating a community, a society, a nation, where everyone is seen, everyone is respected, where everyone is enabled to thrive, and everyone is able to realize their God-given potential.”
Part of ensuring “plenty good room” is tending to the nature of an affirming, welcoming, community.
Click the image below to hear how Carole Tyson experiences Beloved Community at St. A’s.
Welcome
What does welcome mean to you?
This week we are focusing on the theme of welcome. Jesus promises us, “In my Father’s house there are many dwelling places” (John 14:2). We believe this means that God’s love is wide enough to hold us all, and that we are bound together in holy community. All are welcome here at St. A’s!
How do we experience and extend welcome?
Click the image below to hear from newcomer Maria Taylor who recently moved to the island from Ohio.