Stewardship
2027 STEWARDSHIP CAMPAIG
RUNNING THROUGH THE FINISH LINE
So then, with endurance, let’s also run the race that is laid out in front of us, since we have such a great cloud of witnesses surrounding us. Let’s throw off any extra baggage, get rid of the sin that trips us up, and fix our eyes on Jesus, faith’s pioneer and perfecter.
- Hebrews 12:1-2 (CEB)
Will You Be One of the 133?
2027 Stewardship Campaign: Running Through The Finish Line
Our 2027 Stewardship campaign: Running Through The Finish Line is rooted in words from Hebrews 12:1-2 (CEB), to remind the many people, past and present, who have been and will continue running with us into a new future for East End UMC.
The church building we are preparing to call home has stood for 133 years.
Think about how much East Nashville has changed during that time.
Soon, we have the extraordinary opportunity to fill it with new life: worship and fellowship, children and families, recovery groups, community gatherings and ministries we have not even imagined yet.
But a bigger future also requires a bigger commitment from all of us.
This year, we are hoping 133 people or families will make an Estimate of Financial Support for 2027, one commitment for every year our new church home has stood.
Those commitments will not all be the same, nor should they be. Stewardship is not about everyone giving the same amount. It is about giving within our means and with generous spirits because we believe we are building something bigger than ourselves.
We are building a place that can serve neighbors who have experienced the enormous changes in East Nashville, people seeking solace and community in recovery, families looking for connection, and anyone simply hoping to encounter God through companionship and worship.
We hope you will prayerfully consider becoming one of East End’s 133 commitments for 2027.
SEPTEMBER 20, 2026
STEWARDSHIP SUNDAY #1
The Race Laid Out In Front of Us
SEPTEMBER 27, 2026
STEWARDSHIP SUNDAY #2
Surrounded by a Great Cloud of Witnesses
OCTOBER 4, 2026
STEWARDSHIP SUNDAY #3
Running Through the Finish Line
What Does Our Annual Budget Fund?
Ministries & Associated Costs
Our church leadership has been wise with our resources, and thankfully, we will complete our renovation and relocation without incurring any debt! While this positions us well for the future, our annual operational budget is set to increase as we move into a new facility. We will still be responsible for funding this budget.
Adequate Staffing & salaries
We currently employ 2 pastors, a church operations director, an administrative assistant, a music director, an accompanist/organist, a youth coordinator, and childcare staff.
Robust Worship & Worship Arts
We offer engaging and relevant weekly worship in a casual but traditional service. Our sanctuary choir provides glorious music in worship each week. Furthermore, they provide special music programs and welcome guest musicians to join us for these opportunities.
Spiritual Formation for Children & Youth
We provide weekly children’s church, special gatherings for families with young children, older elementary friendship and formation opportunities, worship assistants, and more. We also host, weekly Sunday night youth gatherings, special youth events and outings, Mountain T.O.P. summer mission trip, Confirmation, and more.
Spiritual Formation Opportunities for Adults
We provide small groups, short-term and long-term studies, an annual fall retreat, and more.
Mercy, Justice, and Outreach
We create opportunities for service with a variety of ministry partners including Project Transformation, East Nashville Care Market, the Warner Elementary Exchange, and more. Various mercy and justice opportunities include annual Pride fest booths, local advocacy to engage community leaders on current issues, and more.
Property and Trustee Expenses
We are responsible for utilities, facility maintenance, lawncare, office supplies, hardware (computers, printers, etc.), software (Breeze membership systems, Zoom, Microsoft, etc.), and so much more
There Are Multiple Ways to Give
GIVE ONLINE
Make an online gift by using the online giving form or through Venmo using @eastendumc
Mail Your Gift
522 Russell Street
Nashville. TN. 37206
Give During Worship
You’re welcome to make a gift during Sunday morning worship.
WE APPRECIATE YOUR GIFTS MADE TO EAST END UMC
Your generosity helps make East End a place where people are welcomed, loved, and connected. Thank you for supporting our mission and helping us share God’s liberating love with our community and beyond.