Glade United Church of Christ in Walkersville, Maryland to Raise $595,000 for Capital Improvements Glade United Church of Christ in Walkersville, Maryland, after months of careful preparation, announced on January 10, 2008 its “Our Church - Our Future” capital campaign, targeted to raise $595,000 over the next three years for capital improvements to the church’s property and ministries. “Our Church - Our Future” is focused on raising funds for a new and improved roof for the educational wing; upgrades to the educational wing, including classroom improvements; renovations to the church parish house; reduction of current capital debt; repair and maintenance of the church pipe organ; improvements to the sanctuary audio/video system; and paving of the church parking lot. The 2008 campaign is the congregation’s first major fundraising effort since 1997. Glade UCC officially launched the campaign at an all-member dinner on February 9, 2008 at the Cozy Inn in Thurmont, Maryland. This dinner, generously funded through an advance donation, gave the church members a chance to celebrate together the beginning of this critical fundraising endeavor. The Rev. Joan P. Evans from Immanuel United Church of Christ in Cambridge, Maryland, presented the keynote address, shared experiences from her congregation’s recently completed capital campaign. Brooks Widder, campaign co-chair, anticipates strong financial support from Glade UCC members. “Our faith, our passions, and all the hopes and desires of Glade UCC are the foundation of this campaign,” Widder comments. “We’re enthusiastic about this campaign because it is a necessary step in the life of this church. As Glade UCC continues to grow, the improvements funded by this campaign are a vital part of what we do now and in the years to come.” Campaign co-chair Alan Ven Douern agrees. “Whether it is replacing our leaky roof, sprucing up our youth education areas, or performing long overdue maintenance to our organ, a successful campaign will enable us to strengthen both our church and our future.” Ven Douern adds that the church has a long, proud history in the Walkersville area. It was 257 years ago when the Rev. Michael Schlatter from the Holland Synod was sent to the Monocacy area to organize churches for the German Reformed settlers. The new Reformed Congregation that was created in 1750 became known as Glade Church. Worship services were conducted in German until approximately 1823. In 1957, the Evangelical and Reformed churches, together with the Congregational Christian churches, came together to form the United Church of Christ. “Glade has such a rich heritage, and we look back over the years and marvel at what has been accomplished through the generosity of our members,” Ven Douern adds. “There’s no doubt that this campaign will also be a successful endeavor, making a positive impact on not only our church and our congregation but also touching the lives of those we serve in the Walkersville community and beyond.” Widder and Ven Douern lead the “Our Church - Our Future” campaign cabinet, which also consists of Mary Scheele, Administrative Support; Kathy Angleberger and Shannon Jordre Witnessing Stewards; Adriane Wodey, Advance Gifts; Marianne Brown and Jan Dinterman, Group Meetings and Hospitality; Jay Zimmerman, Publicity; and Rev. Dr. Gerald C. Hanberry, Glade UCC Pastor. The Rev. Dr. Robert F.R. Peters, Jr. from Church Finance Services is assisting with the campaign. For more information regarding Glade UCC’s “Our Church - Our Future” campaign, please call 301-845-6775. Information about the Capital Campaign Events Schedule for the Capital Campaign
Financial Information about the Capital Campaign On February 9, 2008, members and friends of Glade UCC made a place in their hearts for the future of Glade UCC. They did so by committing support to the “Our Church - Our Future” capital campaign. With a goal of $595,000, pledges and gifts reached nearly 90 percent of the goal within two months, mirroring the enthusiastic commitment of the congregation.
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Capital Campaign 2008: “Our Church
- Our Future”
