The Joy of Horizon - Stewardship

Pledge Here

When the stewardship committee first gathered to plan for 2026, we reflected on the challenges facing our world. Like many of you, we felt the weight of uncertainty, the concerns about our environment, and the shifting of foundations we once took for granted.

But then we looked closer to our own Horizon community and found countless reasons for hope and joy:

  • Friends walking the labyrinth together, finding peace in shared moments

  • Celebrating the cycles of nature through our Earth-centered spirituality

  • Standing proudly with our LGBTQ+ neighbors at Carrollton Pride

  • Sharing laughter and discovery at the Women's Retreat

  • Extending helping hands at Metrocrest and through our share the plate donations

  • Nurturing our youth as they explore their own spiritual paths

Through these moments of shared purpose, we find our strength. Every smile exchanged, every hand held, every meal shared reminds us that joy isn't just an emotion – it's a choice we make together.

What financial gift can you give that will be meaningful to you, that will give you strength and clarity in the months ahead?  What gift would be exciting and nourishing to your own spirit?
Reverend Cecilia Kingman Miller.

This year we seek:

$425,000 to fund the programs of the church

More than 80% of Horizon’s budget comes from pledges. Please give as generously as you can.

Two options to pledge

OPTION 1: For those who would like to pay online via bank or credit card with automate payments:

Go to the Give Page and click on the Love Boldly button to complete your pledge.

OPTION 2: For those who would like to pay via check:

Go to the Pledge Form. Once you have completed the blue form that displays, your pledge is recorded in the system, and you may submit your check in the basket during service or mail to the church.  

FAQ

  • A pledge is your promise to donate money to the church within a 12- month time period. It tells the church how much financial support you plan to give toward the ministries of the church, and at what intervals, which is instrumental in the budgeting process.

  • A yearly pledge of support is critical. The board and finance committee base the annual budget on the pledge commitments made by members. Only by knowing what income to anticipate in the coming year can HUUC plan its programming and commit to funding long-term projects.

  • The pledge you make today is for the fiscal year starting March 1, 2026 and ending February 28, 2027. We ask that you start paying your new monthly amount in March of this year. 

  • At our church, we understand that everyone's financial situation is different. We encourage each member to thoughtfully consider their relationship with the church and their capacity for giving. To assist you in deciding the most suitable contribution for your circumstances, we have created a Giving Guide to help you reflect on your ability to contribute generously and meaningfully.

  • Your pledge supports all of the work of this church, including our programs and the staff who support them. For more details, including a breakdown of the current year’s budget, click here.

  • Our pledge is our promise to each other of financial stewardship. The amount pledged is an important factor in determining the annual budget. Your pledge helps us plan. Putting money in the offertory plate is a special kind of worship and generosity; those funds help us, too, and are gratefully received.

  • Please complete the online form here.

  • We are moving from a year-round pledge process to a once-a-year annual campaign. We’re asking for everyone to turn in a new pledge, and reconsider the amount if they are able.

  • Lives aren’t static. You may change your pledge any time during the year by emailing stewardship@horizonuu.org.  If you find your life is taking an unexpected turn, a call to the minister might be a good step, too. Whether you’re adjusting your pledge up or down, know that we will be grateful for the information, which helps us budget and manage the budget. Every gift is valued.

  • A stewardship representative and the treasurer will record your pledge so that it is processed correctly.

  • We need all pledges turned in by the end of February to complete the campaign.

Below is our Personal Giving Guide, created to help you thoughtfully consider your gift to Horizon.

 
“When we give cheerfully and accept gratefully, everyone is blessed.”
— Maya Angelou