Stewardship Ministry
Dear St. Demetrios Steward,
Our 2026 stewardship theme is Rise Up and Build: Building Up the Body of Christ (Nehemiah 2:18).
In the Old Testament we read about Nehemiah. After seeing the crumbling walls of Jerusalem, he calls the people to “Rise up and build." Nehemiah doesn't do it alone. He inspires the people, sharing his vision. And the response of the people? "Let us rise up and build."
This story and the words of Nehemiah call us today, not just to building and rebuilding with bricks and mortar, but also to a deeper, spiritual building – the rebuilding and renewal of our faith. As Orthodox Christians, we are called to respond to God's gifts with faithful stewardship. Like Nehemiah, we are called to "rise up and build," carrying on God’s work in our parish our community and in the world.
Stewardship is not a matter of “how much is it?” or “how much is needed?” In stewardship we acknowledge that all we have is a gift from God, and we are to use His gifts in ways that honor Him. This transforms our understanding of the blessings in our life. It prompts us to use our blessings for the good of others and for the glory of God.
Before completing the enclosed commitment form or completing the online form at stdemtucson.org, please give prayerful consideration to the commitment you are making. A donation to the church is most meaningful when accompanied by your presence, by your willingness to serve, by your prayers, and by your commitment. Giving is not a substitute for commitment – it is an expression of your commitment and an expression of thanks for the many blessings in your life. As such, please also consider how you can use your time and God-given talents to help our parish and support its ministries.
As each of us becomes a steward of Christ’s Church, we join our parish family to become the Body of Christ. Our church relies on stewardship to pay operating expenses, including the support of our ministries. We cannot rely on fundraisers to pay these expenses. Fundraisers help our vision become reality by supporting a Capital Campaign. If we continue to rely on fundraisers to pay our operating expenses, we will face challenges moving forward; with this in mind, please prayerfully consider increasing your commitment for 2026, by any amount and as you are able.
I, along with our Parish Council and our Stewardship Committee, humbly offer you thanks for your continued dedication to our parish and for your participation in Christ’s work of salvation.
Yours in Christ,
Constance Kollias Anastopoulos
Stewardship Chair
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