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"Give generously to Him and do so without a grudging heart; then because of this the Lord your God will bless you in all your work and in everything you put your hand to"
Deuteronomy 15:10
Here at Culpeper Baptist Church we are dedicated to the Kingdom mission by reaching lives for Christ and we would like you to share in that mission with us. Online giving is available for one-time gifts or for scheduled, recurring contributions. Whether you'd like to give a single gift, schedule ongoing contributions, or view your giving history, you can do it all from your computer or mobile phone. It's quick, easy, and secure.
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End of Year Contributions
As we come to the close of the year, let’s celebrate all that God did through Culpeper Baptist Church in 2025! This fall, we witnessed twenty-seven baptisms during a wonderful time of worship on the front lawn. We’ve seen growth in our ministries across all age groups, continued serving our community through our facilities as well as through outreach to those in greatest need, and gathered in times of grief to celebrate the lives of those who served faithfully among us. In all these moments, we have experienced God’s presence and power at work in and through us—and your generosity has made a lasting difference.
Let’s keep building on that momentum. Here are several ways your giving can make a direct impact:
- Fully Fund the 2025 Mission & Ministry Budget
Our mission and ministry budget is what fuels everything we do—from worship and outreach to children’s, youth, and senior adult ministries. We’re thankful for your faithful giving throughout the year, which has kept us on budget through October. To finish the year strong and fully fund our 2025 budget, we need to receive $136,000 during November and December.
- Pay Down Our Debt Below $1,000,000
Did you know that in the past 15 years, we have invested more than $5 million in our facilities? That investment has allowed us to expand the Child Development Center, start Generations Central, welcome Playdate, renew our sanctuary for vibrant worship and community events, and address nearly all of our long-term deferred maintenance. We have a clear plan to be debt-free by 2031—and an important milestone is getting our debt below $1 million in 2025. To reach that goal, we need to raise $65,000 for debt retirement by year’s end.
- Christmas Mission Offering
Each year, our Christmas Mission Offering allows us to bless people both locally and globally. This year, we have already sent over $96,000 to support churches in Pakistan and Ukraine, and to assist with fire and hurricane recovery in California. Our Christmas Mission Offering will continue that vital support as well as help launch a new partnership in the Middle East, where we are joining the effort to plant churches and disciple one million displaced people by 2033. Locally the offering will support the Piedmont Heat Shelter—that provides a place for people to stay during the winter. Last year, we received $30,212 through the Christmas Mission Offering—let’s increase that impact together this year!
How You Can Give
- Checks or Online Giving – Non-designated gifts go to our 2025 Mission/Ministry Budget. In addition, you can designate your gift for the Christmas Mission Offering or Debt Retirement when you give.
- If you are 70½ or older, you can make a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) directly from your IRA to your church. This donation counts toward your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) and is excluded from your taxable income. Contact our finance manager, Elizabeth O’Reilly or our Administrator, Jim Griscavage to find out more.
- Stocks, Land, or Personal Property – Gifts of appreciated assets can provide meaningful support and tax advantages.
- Please consult with your financial and tax consultants to ensure that you understand the mechanisms and impacts associated with donations from IRAs as well as the donations of assets.
Together, let’s finish 2025 with gratitude, generosity, and faith—trusting God to multiply every gift for His Kingdom work through Culpeper Baptist Church.
Sincerely
Leadership Council: Jerry Morris, Chair | Margaret Williams | John Rogers | Lou Price | Sally Napier | Phil Sturm | Susanne Dorsey | Bob McCall
Finance Committee: Dennis Dunn, Chair | Regina Moore | Lou Price | Robert Kinzer, Treasurer | Bob McCall, Assistant Treasurer
Access your current giving statement through the church database:
Ways to Give at Year-End:
Click on each option to learn more
Cash Gifts
If you itemize, you can lower your income taxes by simply
writing a check on or before December 31 each year. If your envelope is
postmarked by December 31, your gift qualifies as a current-year deduction.
Qualified IRA Distribution
In 2024, People age 70.5 and older can make
Qualified Charitable Distributions directly from their Individual Retirement
Accounts. If you desire to make a Qualified IRA Distribution, you should
contact you IRA trustee to make the necessary arrangements. The church will
provide a written acknowledgement showing the contribution date, amount
and confirmation that no goods or services were received. Qualified
Charitable Distributions must be completed by the end of 2024.
Real Estate
Please contact the church office for more
information on best ways to do this.
Gifts of Stock
If you own stock, it is often more beneficial to contribute stock
than to contribute cash because of a twofold tax savings. First, you can avoid
paying capital gains tax on the increase in stock value, and you receive an
income tax deduction. If you plan to give stock as part of your contribution
please contact Elizabeth O’Reilly – finance manager: eoreilly@culpeperbaptist.org
Automatic Bank Draft
You can submit your tithe and gifts through your bank's online bill payment
service. Your bank will send Culpeper Baptist the payment, and we will add it
to your giving record as if you had written a check yourself.
Indicate “Culpeper Baptist” as your payee, specify your name as the account,
and use the following information for the payee address:
Culpeper Baptist Church
318 S. West Street, Culpeper, VA
If you have any questions regarding finances or online giving, please contact, Elizabeth O'Reilly at eoreilly@culpeperbaptist.org
