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Last year (in 2004) *Thrivent Financial for Lutherans fraternal assistance through our San Mateo County Chapter totaled $138,780 and in California totaled $8,958,228 *Our chapter had 2,130 members *$6,304 in supplemental funds was given to Lutheran organizations, based on contributions from 54 members *237 members received 636 educational materials valued at $14,110 *48 programs or activities were conducted by members with total attendance of 5,325. 4368 volunteer hours were reported through these activities *45 projects were conducted by Community and Congregational service teams. Funds raised by members plus supplemental funds (matching) totaled $112,499
Thrivent Financial for Lutherans and Habitat for Humanity are creating the largest homebuilding and fund-raising program of its kind in America as the two organizations expand their relationship. The program, which will be introduced nationally this fall, includes four components under the theme of “Thrivent Builds with Habitat for Humanity” – all designed to engage more Thrivent Financial members in caring for others and making a significant impact in their communities:
The Chapter leadership board has these five required positions: * President-- Provides leadership to the board. * Vice President-- Provides leadership in the absence of the president. Also leads the nomination process and serves as legislative contact for the chapter. * Records Director-- Maintains accurate and up-to-date records, planning calendars and meeting minutes; completes necessary nonfinancial reports. Internet required. * Financial Director-- Oversees the financial activity of the chapter. Internet required. * Congregational Service Team Director-- Encourages member engagement through formation of service teams in congregational settings.
Thrivent Financial for Lutherans is looking for professional individuals to help Lutherans live their values, express their faith and fund their dreams. Thrivent Financial Representatives serve the insurance and other financial needs of Lutherans; providing an excellent career opportunity or someone looking to show their faith through their work. For more information about a Financial Representative position with Thrivent Financial contact: Andrea Turner, Recruiting Manager, at 916-786-0112 or toll-free 800-863-1419, or email: andrea.turner@thrivent.com. Thrivent Financial offers excellent earnings potential, an attractive benefits package, and the chance to build a career helping others.
Thrivent’s GIVING PLUS PROGRAM makes a positive difference by providing a way for individual Thrivent Financial members to contribute to the viability of Lutheran ministries. Financial gifts of cash, check, money order, stock or mutual funds to enrolled organizations can be supplemented by Thrivent Financial. The following types of Lutheran organizations providing services in the United States are eligible: early childhood centers, elementary and high schools, post-secondary schools, outdoor ministry centers (camps), campus ministries, social ministry organizations, Lutheran independent organizations and institutions. For more information call 800-847-4836 and select option 3. Or, send an e-mail to GivingPlus@Thrivent.com.
Congregations in our Chapter have been very creative in finding unique ways to raise funds for Thrivent Financial's "Care" programs. Some of the ways used by our congregations include:
BETHANY LUTHERAN CHURCH (LCMS), 1095 Cloud Avenue, Menlo Park 94025 CALVARY LUTHERAN CHURCH (ELCA), Santa Lucia & Cypress Avenue, Millbrae 94030 COASTSIDE LUTHERAN CHURCH (ELCA), 900 Cabrillo Highway, N, Half Moon Bay 94019 ESTONIAN LUTHERAN CHURCH (IND), 600 W. 42nd Avenue, San Mateo 94403 FIRST LUTHERAN CHURCH (LCCMS), 350 Dolores Way, South San Francisco 94080 GLORIA DEI LUTHERAN CHURCH (WELS), 2600 Ralston Avenue, Belmont 94002 GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN CHURCH (ELCA),301 Burlingame Avenue, Burlingame 94010 GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH (LCMS), 2825 Alameda, San Mateo, CA 94403 HOLY CROSS LUTHERAN CHURCH (ELCA), 1165 Seville Drive, Pacifica 94044 HOLY TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH (ELCA), 149 Manzanita Avenue, San Carlos, CA 94070 HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH (ELCA), 600 42nd Avenue, San Mateo94403 HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH (LCMS), 55 San Fernando Way, Daly City 94015 MESSIAH LUTHERAN CHURCH (ELCA), 1835 Valota Road, Redwood City 94061 OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN (ELCA), P. O. Box 5568, South San Francisco 94083 OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN CHURCH (LCMS), 4400 Cabrillo Highway, Pacifica 94044 PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH (ELCA), 850 Glenview Drive, San Bruno 94066 REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH (LCMS), 468 Grand Street, Redwood City 94062 ST. ANDREW LUTHERAN CHURCH (ELCA), 1501 S. El Camino Real, San Mateo 94402 TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH (LCMS), 1245 El Camino Real,Burlingame 94010
This newsletter was written and edited by volunteer leaders of your local Thrivent Financial for Lutherans chapter to keep you informed of chapter news. If you have any questions and/or comments about the content of this newsletter or would like to learn more about chapter activities being planned in your area, please contact one of your chapter leaders. To access information about your chapter, go to www.thrivent.com; Members/Chapters; Information About My Chapter.
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