Pledge FAQs 

What is a pledge?

 A pledge is financial support for the betterment of our church & ministries.  It is a symbol of your commitment and belief in our mission at PCOB: to invite, welcome, nurture, disciple, equip, empower, and inspire all persons to live and serve in the way of Jesus. To continue our work and build for the future, we rely on your pledges.

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 I put something in the offering plate every time I’m here, so why should I pledge?

 We feel blessed and grateful to receive your donations. We encourage weekly contributions during Worship in the offering plate. Donations are typically an unpledged, one-time gift. Pledging, though, is giving a specific amount of financial support over time.  It is a future-oriented act of faith and generosity. Pledges play an important role in determining our annual budget and planning for our ministries.

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Am I required to pledge? How much should I pledge?

Giving is a joyful response to God’s generosity, not a requirement. Your pledge is a personal decision, informed by your financial means, your connection to our mission, and the needs of our ministries. We ask everyone to pledge, regardless of the amount; all gifts are precious and valued.

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How is our pledge income used?
We use pledges to the capital campaign to provide spiritual development, promote our mission to the wider community, care for our facilities, offer adult and childhood education, lend a helping hand, strengthen and add to our existing ministries, and support our leadership and staff.

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When do I pledge?
We typically invite you to make your Pledge in the early Fall, while we are building the budget for the upcoming year. A good time to review your pledge is after the board proposes a new budget. Due to increased demands of the modern world, the budgets often require many of us to increase our pledges annually.

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For what time period am I pledging?
Your pledge covers a budget year, which is from January through December.​

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How do I pledge?

You will either receive your Pledge Card during Sunday Worship, or it will be sent to you in the mail. Fill out the Pledge Card with the appropriate information. Then, you may mail it to the church office at 45 N Chestnut Str., Palmyra, PA 17808. Alternatively, you can bring your completed Pledge Card to Sunday Worship and drop it in the offering plate or the office mailbox.​

Click Here to Request an Additional Pledge Card

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Are there more ways to give?​
We offer a variety of ways to pledge and give. It's easy, and you have options. 

• Click Here to Give Online

• Text 844-723-3479 to give. Click Here for Instructions

• Leave a Check in the Offering Plate During Sunday Worship.

• Mail a Check Directly to PCOB: 45 North Chestnut Street, Palmyra, PA, 17078

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What if I need to change or cannot fulfill my pledge?
We understand that lives are always changing, along with personal finances. Pledges can be changed anytime during the year, using the same options listed above. You may also call the church office at (717) 838-6369 to update or check the status of your Pledge. It is a good idea to consult with the ministerial staff – informing us of the changes helps us budget and manage our budget. 

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May I volunteer instead of pledging?
Our volunteer gifts and financial gifts both make this church powerful and sustainable. We depend upon both. If you are interested in volunteering, please visit click here to sign up for our weekly Newsletter to stay updated on the latest volunteer opportunities at PCOB.