RB Community has a June 30 fiscal year-end, as do many churches, so this is a summary report of the ministry operating fund financial results for the first three months of fiscal year 2026.
Year-to-date income of $350,000 compares to the budget of $363,000 and last year of $353,000.
Year-to-date expenses of $511,000 compare to the budget of $544,000 and last year of $589,000
Year-to-date deficit of $161,000 compares to the budget of $181,000 and last year of $236,000.
The chart below provides a comparison of these results:
Our income is slightly less than we had hoped for, but our expenses are significantly lower than last year, as well as lower than what we had budgeted so far this year. We are still operating at a deficit, although it is less than last year. Our Session has approved a budget deficit for several years, utilizing cash reserves, designated funds, and estate gifts to cover spending shortfalls. This cannot, of course, continue indefinitely, so we need to plan carefully in order to manage our ministry activities. You have received, or shortly will receive, your pledge card for 2026, requesting your 2026 financial commitment to RB Community Church. It’s entitled “Giving Thanks.” As we enter this pledge season, we are asking everyone to prayerfully consider what God would put on our hearts for giving. Our goal, as a start, is to reduce our operating deficit by $250,000. With approximately 500 regular contributors to our church, if each, on average, increases their weekly giving by $10, we can accomplish this goal. We are blessed that, other than for our solar installation, we have no debt, so the elimination of our operating deficit would enable us to not only continue our very important programs, but would also possibly enable us to expand our congregational and community outreach. Will you consider returning to God some of the time, talents, and treasures that we have so generously received from Him?